The more the Los Angeles Rams camp progresses, the more it seems obvious that quarterback Matthew Stafford is no longer bothered by his elbow injury.
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The 34-year-old center had another great day at work on Tuesday and he’s been seeing a little more action every day since training camp began. If some had concerns before, they do seem to be dissipating quickly.
Stafford had to play with elbow pain for part of last season, which didn’t stop him from leading his team to the Super Bowl. However, an off-season without throwing passes seems to have allowed him to put his troubles behind him.
“I thought he had great energy, great control all day,” head coach Sean McVay told the media, according to NBC. He threw the ball with incredible precision in all parts of the pitch, he really activated all areas of our passing game. There are a few stints where he hit the targets that we wanted and we just need to be able to put the finishing touches on some of those plays.”
Create a chemistry
Stafford can therefore prepare for the new season without too much hassle. During the camp, he has the opportunity to familiarize himself with the game of newcomer Allen Robinson. The 28-year-old receiver has three seasons of at least 1,100 yards in seven more or less complete seasons in the NFL.
“I’m encouraged because we can get through this. We have these opportunities to feel what it means to him to be able to pitch with Allen [Robinson]“said McVay.
The Rams will host the Houston Texans for their second of three preseason games on Friday. They will start their season at home against the Buffalo Bills on September 8.