Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was held out of practice due to hamstring tightness, with backup Jimmy Garoppolo taking first-team reps in his absence. Stafford is expected to return to practice next week, and both he and Garoppolo will not play in the preseason games, leaving reps to Stetson Bennett and Dresser Winn. Despite his recent injury, Stafford remains optimistic about his career, expressing hopes to play for another three to four years. He recently restructured his contract with the Rams, securing a $23.5 million guaranteed salary for the 2024 season. Head coach Sean McVay is using preseason games to give his assistants, like Aubrey Pleasant, more leadership opportunities. Stafford, reflecting on his career, appreciates his longevity in the NFL and remains committed to contributing to the Rams' success.