Matthew Stafford is finally getting some well-deserved respect in Madden, rating as one of the best quarterbacks in this year's game.

The Los Angeles Rams are prepping for Week 1 without Matthew Stafford on thefield.The veteran quarterback is sidelined due to back soreness, per head coachSean McVay. In the meantime, it’s Jimmy Garoppolo running the first-teamoffense.

As the Rams move into training camp, starting quarterback Matthew Stafford has been dealing with back soreness and is considered week-to-week after consulting with the team’s spinal surgeon. Stafford’s situation remains fluid, but until something changes, the Rams will be relying on Jimmy Garoppolo to execute the offense.