"Disc Closure? The Latest on Stafford’s Injury with Ian Rapoport"

A major development out of Rams camp — Matthew Stafford is being held out of training camp and joint practices with the Cowboys, and we’ve got the inside scoop. NFL Network’s Senior Insider Ian Rapoport joins us from Cardinals camp to break down what the news means: Stafford is dealing with an aggravated disc issue. We unpack how serious this injury is, how it connects to his 2022 spinal contusion, and whether fans should be worried about Week 1. Plus, what does an epidural mean for his timeline, and when should Rams fans actually hit the panic button?

On this episode of Bleav in Rams presented by FanDuel, we’re on site in Oxnard for the first joint practice between the Rams and Cowboys in front of a packed crowd of more than 5,000 fans.

Kyren Williams addressed the media after finally signing his three-year contract extension. We discuss why he made the decision not to hold out - and it has a lot to do with the Rams treated him during his rookie season. Plus discuss where he now ranks among the top 10 running backs in the NFL. Tutu Atwell giving fans another reason to believe in his value. Jimmy Garoppolo looked sharp connecting with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, while Matthew Stafford remained sidelined with aggravated discs. Is it time to worry? Why joint practices may matter more than preseason games for Sean McVay’s evaluation process.

Plus, with Micah Parsons not participating, we look at how the Rams front office might approach star contracts differently. And yes, many in attendance said it felt like the Rams won the day.

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The headlines may be focused on Stafford’s health, but we’ve got a different concern when it comes to the 2025 Rams, and it could impact everything. In this episode, we dig into what’s flying under the radar at training camp. We break down Jared Verse’s development heading into Year 2 and why his growth could unlock this defense. Plus, Puka Nacua is learning from one of the best to ever do it: Davante Adams. We dive into how that mentorship is shaping his game and what it means for the Rams’ wide receiver room this season.