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Rams Day-2 Training Camp Highlights: Sharp Quarterback Play and Emerging Rookies
7/28/2026, 9:33:09 PM
Core Event – Day Two at LMU
On July 28, 2026, the Los Angeles Rams held the second practice of their four-day training-camp block at Loyola Marymount University. Quarterback Matthew Stafford made his first appearance after a scheduled rest day, completing passes to veterans Puka Nacua and Davante Adams and to rookie wideout CJ Daniels. Cornerbacks Trent McDuffie, Cam Lampkin and others also saw significant action on defense.
Background & Context
The Rams entered camp after trading for defensive end Myles Garrett in June, a move that elevated the team among early favorites for Super Bowl LXIII. Head coach Sean McVay has emphasized controlling the factors the team can manage while acknowledging the high expectations surrounding the roster.
Official Statements & Responses
Coach McVay highlighted the importance of evaluating all quarterbacks without “pigeon-holing” any one player, noting that Stetson Bennett IV received the bulk of second-team reps while Ty Simpson also contributed. He praised CJ Daniels as a “mature rookie” with a “no-nonsense mentality” and expressed excitement about his development. Regarding Stafford’s return, McVay described the quarterback as “pretty damn sharp” and having a “really good day,” underscoring the veteran’s consistency.
Quarterback Matthew Stafford, speaking to reporters, stressed that the team must improve its baseline performance rather than focus on lofty aspirations.
On-the-Ground Reports
- CJ Daniels: Drafted in the sixth round, the rookie caught nearly every target on the second-team offense, drawing praise from both staff writer Stu Jackson and Coach McVay.
- Cam Lampkin: The cornerback recorded an “impressive interception” and a pass breakup, positioning himself as a potential depth option behind established starters Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson and Emmanuel Forbes Jr.
- Puka Nacua: Delivered a one-handed grab across the middle and a deep sideline strike to Stafford, actions described by multiple reporters as the “play of the day.”
- Davante Adams: Continued to be a reliable target, contributing to Stafford’s sharp debut.
Data & Statistics
- No formal statistics were released; observations focus on qualitative performance indicators such as completions, interceptions and coach evaluations.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Stetson got the majority of those reps with the second group today, but Ty came in, did a nice job with the one set that he did have, and we'll just kind of continue to evaluate,” — Sean McVay, head coach
- “I'm excited about CJ, and he'll be another guy, when you talk about the importance of the preseason, he'll be a guy I'm looking forward to watching play and obviously in these practice settings as well,” — Sean McVay, head coach
- “We can’t help but make each other better, [but] pieces of paper and names on a roster, those don’t win football games,” — Matthew Stafford
What’s Next
Coach McVay indicated that the Rams will continue to evaluate quarterback reps and defensive depth throughout the remaining camp sessions, with the goal of solidifying the roster before preseason games begin.
