Matthew Stafford practiced with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, marking the quarterback’s first workout with the team this preseason after having been unable to do so because of a sore back. Stafford,

A day after a one-hour workout, the veteran's aching back is responds well enough to practice for a second consecutive day, providing hope moving forward.

After going three-plus weeks without practicing, Matthew Stafford has now been in pads and participating in practice for two consecutive days. Following his long-awaited return on Monday, Stafford is once again on the field Tuesday.