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's return to practice Monday is his first action since June after dealing with an aggravated disc in his back, and it's a good sign for his availability come Week 1 of the regular season. Given the lingering nature of the back injury, it's possible the veteran's comeback is short-lived.

Los Angeles Rams starting quarterback Matthew Stafford participated in a preseason practice for the first time Monday after dealing with an aggravated disk in his back, multiple outlets reported.