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Moving to Minnesota
The Vikings signed Wolford to their practice squad Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The 30-year-old from Wake Forest failed to make the Jaguars' initial 53-man roster in late August, but he's since found work in Minnesota. Wolford's last in-game NFL action came with the Rams in 2022, when he completed 38 of 62 pass attempts for 390 yards, three interceptions and one touchdown over three appearances.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Jags
The Jaguars released Wolford on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford didn't get much run during the preseason, completing nine of 17 passes for 118 yards while adding four carries for 25 yards across three games. He ended the 2024 regular season as the Jaguars' practice-squad quarterback and could remain in Jacksonville in the same role.
Published: Mon, Aug 25 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Staying in Jacksonville
Wolford signed a contract with the Jaguars on Monday.
Analysis: Wolford joined Jacksonville's practice squad in December, after stints with the Buccaneers and Rams. The 29-year-old now will have the opportunity to earn a backup role behind Trevor Lawrence during the Jaguars' offseason program.
Published: Mon, Feb 17 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Jags' practice squad
Jacksonville signed Wolford to its practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Wolford was cut by Tampa Bay prior to the start of the regular season, but he's now getting another opportunity with a different team. With Trevor Lawrence (concussion) uncertain to play again this season, it makes sense that the Jaguars are looking to add depth at quarterback.
Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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Released by Tampa Bay
Wolford was released by the Buccaneers on Tuesday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The quarterback suffered a rib injury during the preseason and was unable to beat out Kyle Trask for the backup role behind Baker Mayfield. Wolford last saw regular-season action in 2022 with the Rams.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets over injury
Wolford (ribs) practiced Monday, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Wolford left in the fourth quarter of Saturday's exhibition loss to the Jaguars after taking a hit that resulted in a roughing the passer call. The Wake Forest product's return to the field Monday will help keep him in the running for the No. 2 role at QB behind Baker Mayfield, although Kyle Trask is considered the frontrunner for the job.
Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts ribs in second preseason game
Wolford suffered a rib injury during Saturday's exhibition loss to Jacksonville, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Baker Mayfield didn't suit up for the contest, leaving Kyle Trask to play the first half and Wolford to handle the second. The latter couldn't complete the fourth quarter, as he was injured on a roughing the passer penalty with less than two minutes remaining, resulting in Trask reentering the game. Head coach Todd Bowles said after the matchup that he isn't sure how severe Wolford's injury is, but if the QB needs to miss the team's final exhibition game next Friday against Miami, his outside…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 8:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Still has shot at No. 2 job
Wolford remains in a close competition with Kyle Trask for the No. 2 quarterback job, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Wolford was the presumptive No. 3 quarterback heading into the Buccaneers' first preseason contest, but the veteran journeyman played well during the second half of the exhibition win over the Bengals on Saturday night. Wolford spent time on the Buccaneers' practice squad in 2023, but with both him and Trask starting from scratch in new coordinator Liam Coen's scheme this offseason, it seems Wolford is doing enough to give himself a chance at the primary backup job.
Published: Tue, Aug 13 at 10:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong work in second half Saturday
Wolford completed 12 of 18 passes for 131 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the Buccaneers' 17-14 preseason win over the Bengals on Saturday night. He also rushed twice for four yards.
Analysis: Wolford played the entire second half after Kyle Trask started and handled the first two quarters. Wolford led the Buccaneers to a field goal on his first drive and subsequently helmed an eight-play, 69-yard march late in the fourth quarter that culminated in a Ramon Jefferson three-yard go-ahead touchdown run. Wolford again profiles as a serviceable No. 3 quarterback heading into the 2024 campaign, and he should continue to see a solid allotment of playing time across the final two preseason…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay signed Wolford (illness) to a one-year deal Friday, Buccaneers' general manager Jason Licht reports.
Analysis: After spending the end of last season on the Buccaneers' practice squad, Wolford has agreed to return to Tampa Bay in 2024. The 28-year-old quarterback has appeared in seven games (four starts) throughout his three-year NFL career, completing 61 of his 104 passes for 626 yards, one touchdown and five interceptions. It seems as if Wolford is past the illness he was dealing with towards the end of last year, and he'll likely have the opportunity to compete for Tampa Bay's backup quarterback role…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 15 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't suit up
Wolford (illness) is inactive Sunday against the Lions.
Analysis: Wolford came down with the illness Friday when he first popped up on the team's injury report. Although he likely would have been inactive for the divisional-round matchup under any circumstance, he probably would have dressed as an emergency third option. Instead, it'll be just Kyle Trask behind starter Baker Mayfield against Detroit.
Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Wolford (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Wolford popped up on the injury report as DNP on Friday due to the illness. He's not going to be anything more than the emergency third quarterback even if he is deemed healthy enough to be active Sunday.
Published: Fri, Jan 19 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Available in emergency role
Wolford (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday's wild-card game against the Eagles but is available as the emergency quarterback, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: The fourth-year pro will only be allowed to enter the game if Tampa Bay's first two quarterbacks, Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask, have to exit due to injury or ejection. Wolford has yet to appear in a game this season. The quarterback has seven career appearances and one touchdown pass.
Published: Mon, Jan 15 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Wolford (coach's decision) is inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Colts, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: The 28-year-old will serve as Tampa Bay's emergency third quarterback, and he's able to play if both Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask get injured or disqualified in Sunday's contest. Wolford's last in-game action came in 2022, when he stepped in for an injured Matthew Stafford in Los Angeles.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Staying in Tampa Bay
The Buccaneers signed Wolford to their 53-man roster Tuesday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Russini initially reported Monday that the Rams signed Wolford off the Bucs' practice squad in response to Matthew Stafford dealing with a thumb injury, but the former will ultimately stay in Tampa Bay. The Rams and Vikings -- who lost Kirk Cousins to a season-ending Achilles injury Sunday -- were reported to be interested in Wolford, but the Bucs ultimately decided to promote Wolford to the 53-man roster and will continue to operate as the third quarterback behind Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask.
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Returning to Los Angeles
The Rams signed Wolford off Tampa Bay's practice squad Monday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford will now return to Los Angeles, where he spent the past three seasons. With Matthew Stafford dealing with a thumb injury, Wolford provides an experienced option at quarterback with knowledge of the system in case Stafford misses time.
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets practice squad chance
Wolford signed to the Buccaneers' practice squad Wednesday, NFL.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford was a distant third behind Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask in the quarterback hierarchy during training camp, so his release was not surprising. Neither is his addition to the team's practice squad as the de facto No. 3 option under center. The 27-year-old will now continue to learn the playbook at practice after spending his first three seasons with the Rams.
Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to be released
Wolford is expected to be released by the Buccaneers, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: With Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask competing for the starting job under center, Wolford was always expected to be the odd-man out. However, given his familiarity with the playbook, he will be a strong candidate to land on the team's practice squad. The 27-year-old spent his first three seasons with the Rams.
Published: Mon, Aug 28 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to field
Wolford (neck) was back at practice Tuesday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford suffered the injury in Saturday's preseason victory over the Jets. Despite being carted off the field on a backboard and taken to a local hospital, the 27-year-old managed to avoid a serious injury, which is, of course, good news for the Wake Forest product.
Published: Tue, Aug 22 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Test results encouraging
Coach Todd Bowles said Sunday that Wolford (neck) is " feeling better" and that his medical tests "came out pretty [well]," Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Wolford suffered a neck injury during Sunday's preseason contest against the Jets and was taken to a local hospital for evaluation. The Buccaneers announced shortly thereafter that Wolford had movement in all of his extremities, and per Bowles the team will now "just see how he recovers." Expect Tampa Bay to add a third-string option behind Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask in the near future.
Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Injures neck Saturday
Wolford suffered a neck injury during Sunday's preseason contest at the Jets, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: After Kyle Trask handled quarterback duties for the Buccaneers for the entire first half, Wolford was the next QB to get the call instead of Baker Mayfield. While directing the offense in the third quarter, Wolford had his helmet driven into the ground on a sack, which left him down on the field for a spell. He was placed on a backboard and needed a cart to get off the field, but fortunately the team announced that he has movement on all of his extremities and will visit a local hospital for…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 7:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid showing in preseason opener
Wolford completed 10 of 17 passes for 111 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions and rushed once for two yards in the Buccaneers' 27-17 preseason loss to the Steelers on Friday night.
Analysis: Wolford was the third quarterback into the contest after Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask played out the first installment of their intriguing preseason job battle, and it was the third-string signal-caller that actually posted the best numbers among the trio. While plenty of attention is rightfully heaped on the Mayfield-Trask competition, it's worth noting Wolford isn't exactly the average No. 3 quarterback -- he had a spring-league starting stint during his days in the AAF and also has…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Not tendered by L.A.
The Rams didn't extend Wolford a qualifying offer or contract tender as a restricted free agent Wednesday.
Analysis: Wolford thus becomes an unrestricted free agent and hits the open market after appearing in three games for the Rams in 2022, completing 38 of 62 passes for 390 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions across 120 offensive snaps. He also rushed eight times for 32 yards and fumbled three times, losing only one. Wolford has been a viable fill-in option over the past three seasons when Matthew Stafford or Jared Goff has been injured, so it wouldn't be surprising to see the Rams bring Wolford…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 15 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Disappoints in two starts
Wolford completed 38 of 62 passes for 390 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions during the 2022 season, while adding eight rushing attempts for 32 yards.
Analysis: Matthew Stafford (neck) going down for the season gave Wolford the chance to prove his worth as the Rams' primary backup quarterback. Wolford, who had just one start to his name coming into the season, started in Week 10 and struggled, throwing for 212 yards, a touchdown and an interception while losing a fumble. Wolford then missed the next games with a neck injury, and returned in Week 13. The two weeks of rest did nothing to prevent another rough outing for the 27-year-old quarterback, as he…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 13 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch for Week 18
Wolford (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Wolford had missed each of the Rams' previous three matchups due to a neck injury, but he'll now miss this weekend's matchup versus Seattle as a result of a coach's decision. Bryce Perkins is slated to serve as Baker Mayfield's only backup quarterback option Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Off injury report
Wolford (neck) wasn't listed on the Rams' first injury report of Week 18 on Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Prior to the last three games, Wolford didn't practice due to a persistent neck injury and was inactive on each occasion. Now that he's mixed back in drills and handled every rep Wednesday, he can resume serving as a reserve signal-caller in Sunday's game in Seattle. Currently, Baker Mayfield is filling in as the starter in place of Matthew Stafford (neck), so Wolford and Bryce Perkins are the other two quarterbacks available to the Rams off the bench.
Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable Week 17
Wolford (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford will miss his third consecutive game after failing to practice during Week 17 prep with a persistent neck injury. As a result, Bryce Perkins will continue to serve as the Rams' backup quarterback behind starter Baker Mayfield.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps Wednesday
Wolford (neck) didn't practice Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford hasn't logged any notable on-field work since playing the first three offensive snaps of the Rams' Week 14 win against the Raiders, which also marked Baker Mayfield's first game action with Los Angeles. A lingering neck issue is to blame for Wolford's continued absence, and as long as he's sidelined, Bryce Perkins will remain the direct backup quarterback to Mayfield.
Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Not available Week 16
Wolford (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford will be sidelined for a second straight game while he continues to battle a lingering neck injury that kept him from practicing all week. Bryce Perkins will step in for Wolford as the backup to quarterback Baker Mayfield, who draws his second consecutive start.
Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice
Wolford (neck) didn't take part in Thursday's walk-through practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Rams didn't hold a session Wednesday, but Wolford hasn't mixed into any of the minimal drills that the team has gone through this week as he deals with a lingering neck issue. His status for Sunday's game against the Broncos may gain some clarity on L.A.'s final Week 16 practice report, which could be forecast if he's unable to get on-field work Friday.
Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Wolford (neck) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford hasn't logged any on-field activity since playing the first possession of the Rams' Week 14 win against the Raiders. A lingering neck injury is to blame, and he may be trending toward a second consecutive absence Sunday versus Denver if he remains a non-participant in practices Thursday and Friday. In any case, Baker Mayfield seems poised to run the Rams offense down the stretch as long as he's healthy, so Wolford may be afforded all the time he needs to get back to 100 percent.
Published: Wed, Dec 21 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 15
Rams head coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that Wolford (neck) won't play Monday against the Packers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford suffered a neck injury during Week 13 but was available last week and played the first series of Thursday's comeback win over Las Vegas before Baker Mayfield took over. Given Mayfield's performance, it's not shocking to see him promoted to the top job, but it appears Bryce Perkins will operate as Mayfield's backup while Wolford gets a chance to fully recover from his current neck issue.
Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed back to bench
Wolford is set to move into a backup role beginning with the Rams' Week 15 game at Green Bay, as head coach Sean McVay confirmed Friday that Baker Mayfield is expected to start the team's final four contests of the season, Greg Beacham of The Associated Press reports.
Analysis: McVay's commitment to Mayfield comes as little surprise after the 2018 No. 1 overall draft pick came on to replace Wolford in Thursday's 17-16 win over the Raiders. Wolford, who was managing a sore neck heading into the contest, ended up picking up his second straight start, but he was pulled from the game after he handed the ball off three times before the Rams punted on their first possession of the night. Mayfield came on to play every snap on offense thereafter, and while he struggled to…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Only plays first series
Wolford (neck) started but played only on the Rams' first offensive possession in Thursday's 17-16 win over the Raiders before giving way to Baker Mayfield.
Analysis: Wolford handed off to Cam Akers on the first two plays and Tutu Atwell on the third, with the possession netting all of three yards. Baker Mayfield replaced Wolford on the second drive of the game and ultimately led the Rams to a comeback win while taking every snap the rest of the way, and his performance seemingly ensures Wolford will be relegated to a No. 2 role at best for a Week 15 road matchup against the Packers on Dec. 19.
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Serving as Rams' starter
Wolford started for the Rams in Thursday's game against the Raiders, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford was the favorite to start, though both Baker Mayfield and Bryce Perkins are also active. It's possible that any combination of those players takes snaps in Thursday's game, but Wolford will have the first chance to lead the offense. Entering Thursday's game, he had completed 38 of his 62 passes for 390 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions.
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward start Thursday
Wolford (neck) seems to be trending toward starting Thursday against the Raiders after working with the Rams' first-team offense during pregame, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Wolford didn't take the field during warmups, but he did emerge for pregame work, taking snaps from starting center Brian Allen. Assuming his sore neck checks out well, Wolford will be under center following Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff ahead of Baker Mayfield, whom L.A. claimed off waivers Tuesday. There's a chance Wolford cedes snaps to Mayfield at some point, and the Rams' receiving corps is depleted, so the former doesn't exactly have a great situation in which to succeed Week 14.
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Available in Week 14
Wolford (neck) is listed as active Thursday against the Raiders, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: As are newcomer Baker Mayfield, who was claimed off waivers by the Rams on Tuesday, and Bryce Perkins. Wolford himself had his practice reps managed this week as he continues to deal with a sore neck. Ultimately, his status for Week 14 was contingent on a pregame warmup, which checked out well enough for him to be available Thursday. But L.A. has yet to reveal who among Wolford or Mayfield will be the team's starting signal-caller, which may come down to a game-time decision.
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Status hinges on pregame warmup
Wolford (neck), who is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Raiders, will go through a pregame warmup before the Rams decide on whether he'll start the contest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Rams will release their inactive list 90 minutes ahead of the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff, but even if Wolford isn't included on the list, he may not be guaranteed to make his second consecutive start like the team planned. If Wolford's sore neck doesn't respond as well to warmups as hoped, the Rams could still keep him available as an emergency backup, in which case new acquisition Baker Mayfield would likely step in to start in his L.A. debut. Despite being claimed off waivers from the Panthers…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Thursday
Wolford (neck) is listed a questionable for Thursday's game against the Raiders, Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee reports.
Analysis: Wolford drew the start at quarterback for the Rams in Week 13, a contest in which he missed one snap after getting his foot stepped on by a Seahawks defender. On Monday, head coach Sean McVay said Wolford was dealing with a sore neck, which resulted in him being listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report before upgrading to limited listings during Tuesday's walk-through session and Wednesday's jog-through session. With Wolford's status in question for Thursday, the Rams'…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Tuesday
Wolford (neck) was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice estimate, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford is trending in a positive direction, as he was considered a non-participant at Monday's walk-through. More clarity on his status for Thursday's matchup with the Raiders will come following Wednesday's injury report. If he is ultimately forced to sit out, Bryce Perkins would be the next man up under center. It should be noted the Rams claimed Baker Mayfield off waivers Tuesday, which means he will be competing for a chance to direct the offense once he gets up to speed on the playbook.
Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP
Wolford (neck) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's injury report, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Analysis: The Rams didn't practice, so Monday's report was simply an estimate. Wolford drew the start Week 13 with Matthew Stafford (neck) on IR and played all but one offensive snap. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but Wolford will have two more chances to practice this week before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Thursday's matchup against the Raiders. If Wolford is sidelined, Bryce Perkins would be the next man up under center.
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Considered day-to-day
Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Wolford suffered a neck injury during Sunday's loss to the Seahawks and is considered day-to-day, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: With Matthew Stafford (neck) on IR, Wolford drew his second start of the season Week 13 and completed 14 of 26 passes for 178 yards and two interceptions. Wolford played all but one offensive snap but appears to have picked up a neck injury of his own. With the Rams on a short week, it's very possible Bryce Perkins could be in line to start Thursday's matchup against Las Vegas. However, Wolford's participation at practice this week likely will provide further clarity on the team's quarterback…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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Poor showing in loss
Wolford completed 14 of 26 passes for 178 yards and two interceptions in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Seahawks. He added 29 rushing yards on five carries.
Analysis: The Rams' passing game predictably struggled with Matthew Stafford (neck), Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Allen Robinson (foot) all on IR, and no Los Angeles receiver topped four catches or 48 yards Sunday with Wolford running the offense. Stafford seems unlikely to play again this season, but that doesn't guarantee Wolford will keep his spot atop the QB depth chart -- especially after this performance -- as Bryce Perkins could get another look at some point. Coach Sean McVay should clarify early in…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Named as Week 13 starter
Wolford will start Sunday's game against Seattle, though Rams coach Sean McVay said there's "a chance" Bryce Perkins also gets some snaps, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
Analysis: Wolford has been second on the depth chart most of the year and filled in for an injured Matthew Stafford in a Week 10 loss to Arizona, but Wolford then missed Week 11 with a neck injury and was merely the backup to Bryce Perkins for last week's loss in Kansas City. The 27-year-old Wolford now gets his second start of the season, and while it isn't a bad matchup, he has little to work with in the NFL's most-injury-depleted offense. He also hasn't shown much in limited playing time, completing…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy but may not start
Wolford (neck) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Kansas City, but head coach Sean McVay suggested Friday that Bryce Perkins may get the start, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Perkins took the first-team practice reps this week, with McVay telling reporters Friday that they would find out Sunday which quarterback is starting in place of Matthew Stafford (neck/concussion protocol), who has been ruled out. Fantasy managers who are monitoring the Rams' quarterback situation will have to hope that solid reporting on a starter leaks out well before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday. Perkins was sacked three times and completed only five of 10 passes for 64 yards while…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as full on practice estimate
Wolford (neck) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's estimate practice report, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Rams held a jog-through Thursday, so Wolford may have been able to handle every rep in what likely was a scaled-back session. With coach Sean McVay already ruling out Matthew Stafford (concussion/neck) for Sunday's contest at Kansas City, Bryce Perkins is slated to handle the majority of the first-team reps Wednesday through Friday. It stands to wonder if Wolford can enter the mix as a starting option for Week 12, but Perkins seems like the better bet to be L.A.'s No. 1 signal-caller this…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Wolford (neck) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford is a step ahead of where he was last week, when he sat out Wednesday before managing limited and full practices Thursday and Friday, respectively. He was then deemed inactive for the Rams' loss to the Saints, a contest in which Matthew Stafford left early. On Wednesday, head coach Sean McVay announced that Stafford was back in the concussion protocol and dealing with a neck injury, which will sideline him Sunday at Kansas City. Because Bryce Perkins is expected to handle most of the…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Progressing, per McVay
Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Wolford is "trending in the right direction" with the neck injury that sidelined him Sunday at New Orleans, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: When Matthew Stafford didn't play Week 10 against the Cardinals due to a concussion, Wolford started at quarterback for the Rams and completed 24 of 36 passes for 212 yards, one touchdown and one interception. While Stafford was able to clear the protocol for head injuries for Week 11 action versus the Saints, Wolford sat out due to a stiff neck that still allowed him to practice Thursday (limited) and Friday (full). Wolford's ability to increase his activity level in each session last week…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Not suiting up Sunday
Wolford (neck) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Even though Wolford finished Week 11 prep as a full practice participant, he took a questionable tag into Sunday and will ultimately take a seat for the first time all season. Bryce Perkins will dress as the No. 2 quarterback behind starter Matthew Stafford, who returns to the lineup after sitting out the Rams' Week 10 loss to the Cardinals while he was in the NFL's concussion protocol. Wolford started last week in Stafford's absence, completing 24 of 36 pass attempts for 212 yards, one…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Wolford (neck) is questionable for Sunday's road matchup with the Saints, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Wolford didn't practice Wednesday due to a neck injury, returned as a limited participant Thursday and logged a full session Friday, but he's ultimately been deemed questionable. Matthew Stafford (concussion) doesn't have an injury designation after missing Week 10, so if Wolford is sidelined, Bryce Perkins likely would operate as the primary backup behind Stafford during Week 11.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in limited fashion
Wolford (neck) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: The Rams held Wolford out of Wednesday's session due to what coach Sean McVay called a stiff neck. With some activity one day later, Wolford seemingly is on a path to be available Sunday in New Orleans. Whether or not he'll get another start remains to be seen, as Matthew Stafford practiced fully for a second day in a row Thursday but remains in the concussion protocol. For what it's worth, McVay expects Stafford to gain clearance to play this weekend, but the situation should be monitored…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with stiff neck
Rams head coach Sean McVay said Wolford was unable to practice Wednesday due to a stiff neck, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The aforementioned stiffness is the result of the hits Wolford took during this past Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, when he filled in for Matthew Stafford (concussion) under center. Wolford completed 24 of 36 passes for 212 yards, one touchdown and one interception while losing one of his two fumbles. He also was sacked three times among 12 quarterback hits. There's an expectation that Stafford clears the concussion protocol ahead of a Week 11 road matchup with the Saints, so if Wolford…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Tepid numbers in Week 10 start
Wolford completed 24 of 36 passes for 212 yards and a touchdown with an interception in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: With Matthew Stafford (concussion) inactive, Wolford made his first start of the season and struggled to both move the ball and protect it, losing one of his two fumbles in addition to tossing a pick in the fourth quarter as the Rams tried to mount a comeback. Stafford appeared to be making progress in his recovery Friday but ran out of time to clear the league's concussion protocols, making it likely Wolford will return to the bench for a Week 11 clash with the Saints.
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting for Stafford in Week 10
Wolford will start in place of Matthew Stafford (concussion) on Sunday versus the Cardinals, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford handled the first-teams reps during Week 10 prep as Stafford attempted to clear the concussion protocol following Tuesday's diagnosis. With Stafford sidelined Sunday, Wolford will earn his third career start, including playoffs. In five overall appearances as a pro, Wolford has completed 26 of 48 passes (54.2 percent) for 265 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions and recorded nine carries for 57 yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Positioned for Week 10 start
Wolford appears on track to start Sunday's contest against the Cardinals with Matthew Stafford listed as questionable but not expected to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol prior to the game's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After entering the protocol Tuesday, Stafford still has an outside shot at getting cleared early Sunday, but "barring drastic change," Fowler relays that Wolford will be stepping in for his second career regular-season start. That prior start also came against the Cardinals in the Week 17 of the 2020 season, with Wolford completing 22 of 38 attempts for 231 yards and an interception while adding six carries for 56 yards. Arizona could also be turning to a backup signal-caller in Colt McCoy this…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 6:18am by Rotowire.com
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Absent from injury report
Wolford (neck) is not listed on the Rams' injury report after Wednesday's practice, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Wolford was sidelined for the Rams' game against the Panthers prior to their bye week. His full participation at practice indicates he is good to go heading into their Week 8 matchup with the 49ers. Barring any setbacks, he will presumably back up Matthew Stafford under center.
Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Wolford (neck) is out Sunday against the Panthers, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford popped up on the injury report Friday due to the injury. With him unable to play, Bryce Perkins will operate as the No. 2 quarterback behind Matthew Stafford.
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited session Friday
Wolford is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Panthers due to a neck injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford landed on the injury report Friday as a limited participant due to a neck injury, putting his status for Week 6 in jeopardy. If Wolford is unable to suit up, expect Bryce Perkins to operate as the primary signal caller behind Matthew Stafford.
Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be good to go
Wolford (thumb) was a full participant in Monday's practice session, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Wolford was unavailable for the Rams' preseason finale against the Bengals due to a thumb injury, but he appears to have moved past the issue ahead of Thursday's Week 1 tilt against Buffalo. The 26-year-old will serve as the top backup behind Matthew Stafford to begin the regular season.
Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in preseason finale
Wolford (thumb) won't play in Saturday's preseason game at Cincinnati, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Wolford's absence leaves Bryce Perkins as the Rams' only option under center against the Bengals. One could argue that a backup's best ability is availability, which makes Perkins' case for the role of second-string quarterback even stronger after he played more efficiently than Wolford in Los Angeles' preseason Week 2 matchup versus Houston.
Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice
Wolford (hand) missed practice on Thursday after having a fingernail on his throwing hand ripped off Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford's status for Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals will come down to pain tolerance, as the loss of a fingernail on a quarterback's throwing hand makes it difficult to grip the football without pain. If Wolford is unable to play, Bryce Perkins will get a solid opportunity to stake his claim for the role of primary backup to Matthew Stafford.
Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Middling preseason debut
Wolford completed 14 of 22 passes for 142 yards in Friday's 24-20 preseason loss to the Texans. He also rushed four times for seven yards.
Analysis: Wolford's position as the primary backup to Matthew Stafford became tenuous last week after Bryce Perkins had a breakout performance against the Chargers. Neither Wolford nor Perkins did much to move the needle against the Texans, as Wolford's attempts to put together a consistent drive were stopped by a whopping five sacks over his two quarters of in-game action. Wolford will have one last chance to showcase his talents next Saturday during the Rams' final preseason game against the Bengals.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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In line to start preseason game
Head coach Sean McVay said Wolford is expected to play the first half of Friday's preseason contest against Houston, while Bryce Perkins likely plays the second half, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Barring any setbacks, Friday will account for Wolford's first preseason action of 2022, after Perkins was the only quarterback to play in last Saturday's preseason game against the Chargers. The 26-year-old has also taken some of the first-team reps throughout training camp, as Matthew Stafford has been working through elbow discomfort. Wolford re-signed with the Rams in April and is slated to be the primary backup heading into the 2022 season.
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Taking first-team reps
Wolford has been working with the first-team offense while Matthew Stafford (elbow) manages his workload, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coach Sean McVay has been trying to manage Stafford's workload with this nagging elbow issue, and Wolford has taken the opportunity to get in sync with new receiver Allen Robinson, connecting with him on multiple touchdowns during Wednesday's practice and also tossing a 50-yard score to Tutu Atwell. Stafford is known to play through injury and rarely leaves the field, but Wolford's extended work with the first-team group has, in limited action, seemed encouraging so far if Stafford's elbow…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Re-signs with Rams
Wolford officially signed his one-year tender from the Rams on Tuesday, independent NFL reporter Dov Kleiman reports.
Analysis: An exclusive rights free agent, Wolford couldn't negotiate with another team after being tendered by Los Angeles at the end of March. The 26-year-old quarterback should be the backup quarterback to Matthew Stafford for the 2022 campaign. Wolford made three garbage-time appearances last year, but the Wake Forest product's most memorable NFL moment came a season prior. While Jared Goff was sidelined due to thumb surgery for Week 17 of the 2020 season, Wolford drew his first career start and led…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 19 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Tendered by Rams
The Rams tendered Wolford a contract Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: As an exclusive rights free agent, Wolford can no longer negotiate with another team after being tendered by Los Angeles, which means he'll return to the Rams in 2022 as the backup to No. 1 quarterback Matthew Stafford. Wolford made three appearances in garbage time in 2021, with the Wake Forest's products most memorable NFL moments having come the season prior. While Jared Goff was sidelined due to thumb surgery for Week 17 of the 2020 season, Wolford started and led Los Angeles to a…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 23 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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Does little in garbage time
Wolford completed one of his two passing attempts for five yards and also took an eight-yard sack during the fourth quarter of Sunday's 38-22 win over Houston.
Analysis: There's little to read into Wolford's appearance Sunday. He was in mop-up duty and only attempted the two passes through the entire fourth quarter. At best, the 26-year-old signal caller is a speculative stash in two-quarterback formats, as he doesn't project to receive meaningful playing time as long as No. 1 QB Matthew Stafford is healthy.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Off injured list
Wolford (neck) wasn't listed on the Rams' injury report Wednesday, Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
Analysis: Wolford injured his neck in his first appearance of the 2021-22 campaign as he threw one interception on two pass attempts against the Giants. The backup quarterback is expected to be available for the Rams' matchup with the Lions in Week 7.
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Nursing neck injury
Wolford suffered a neck injury during Sunday's game against the Giants but is expected to be available in Week 7 against Detroit, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford failed to complete a pass on two attempts and threw an interception in his brief appearance Sunday, and he also came away slightly banged up. However, head coach Sean McVay noted the backup quarterback should be ready to play in the team's upcoming contest if needed.
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for season opener
Wolford (appendix) isn't listed on the Rams' injury report Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: An emergency appendectomy was ordered up on Aug. 6 after Wolford was awakened in discomfort. He proceeded to sit out the entire preseason, even though he got back on the practice field Aug. 23 and directed the second-team offense. With the offseason trade of Jared Goff for Matthew Stafford, there's no question about Wolford's standing in the quarterback room as Stafford's direct backup.
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Given clean bill of health
Wolford (appendix) isn't expected to play Saturday after coach Sean McVay said QB Bryce Perkins would play the entire game against the Broncos, with Wolford serving only as an emergency option with no other backup quarterbacks on the roster, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford remains the projected backup to No. 1 quarterback Matthew Stafford heading into the 2021 season. It's encouraging to hear Wolford has quickly recovered from the appendectomy he underwent earlier this month, and he ran all of the second-team reps during practice Monday. While there probably isn't a lot of current fantasy upside with the third-year signal caller in most settings, McVay has shown confidence in Wolford in the past because of his dual-threat potential.
Published: Tue, Aug 24 at 7:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Will not play in preseason
Rams head coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that Wolford (appendix) won't be available to play during the preseason, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The backup quarterback is continuing to recover from an appendectomy he had last week. In his absence, look for Bryce Perkins and Devlin Hodges to carry the load for the majority of the preseason snaps. However, the Rams seem set to have Wolford as their main backup to Matthew Stafford for the 2021 season.
Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes appendectomy
Wolford had an appendectomy Friday and will be sidelined for 10-14 days, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford woke up with discomfort Friday morning and underwent surgery once its nature was determined. Based off his return timetable, he won't get any preseason action until Saturday, Aug. 21, at the earliest. It's more likely that if he does, though, it'll happen in the Rams' exhibition finale Saturday, Aug. 28 at Denver. When healthy, Wolford serves as L.A.'s No. 2 QB behind Matthew Stafford, but his absence will allow Bryce Perkins and Devlin Hodges to get more reps with the reserves.
Published: Fri, Aug 6 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for backup duties
Wolford will back up Matthew Stafford during the 2021 season, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN reports.
Analysis: There was speculation that Wolford could compete with Jared Goff this offseason for the starting QB job after he started the regular-season finale and the team's first playoff game last season. Wolford's brief time under center wasn't anything special, and the rumblings that he could battle for the starting job were likely more to motivate Goff more than set up an open competition. Nevertheless, just three days after that report, the Rams acquired Matthew Stafford from the Lions for Goff, two…read more
Published: Fri, Jul 9 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Could push Goff for starting job
The Rams may give Wolford (neck) a chance to compete with Jared Goff for the starting quarterback role in 2021, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old Wolford saw his first NFL action Week 17, leading the Rams to an 18-7 victory over the Cardinals to clinch a playoff spot. He picked up another start in place of Goff (thumb) in the wild-card round victory over Seattle, but he left that game early after taking a big hit to the neck from a defender. While his brief stint under center was less than spectacular, Wolford seems to have made a strong impression on the Rams, potentially setting him up for a job battle in training camp.
Published: Wed, Jan 27 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Saturday
Wolford (neck) won't play in Saturday's playoff game at Green Bay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wolford is recovering from a stinger after his early exit in the wild-card win over Seattle. He hasn't been able to practice this week, and coach Sean McVay said the 25-year-old QB won't be able to play. Wolford will still travel with the team, but Jared Goff will get the start, with Blake Bortles serving as the backup.
Published: Thu, Jan 14 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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Held out again Wednesday
Wolford (neck) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Instead, Wolford was a spectator while Jared Goff (thumb) logged another full session. Wolford may not be cleared to practice this week after enduring a stinger in Saturday's wild-card win over Seattle, and with just three days to go before a divisional-round game at Green Bay, Goff seems to be trending toward the start under center.
Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Tuesday
Wolford (neck) was a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wolford got the nod at quarterback this past Saturday at Seattle with Jared Goff just 12 days removed from surgery on a dislocated right thumb. However, Wolford didn't last long, taking a hit on the helmet from Jamal Adams that eventually led to a visit to the hospital as a precaution. On Sunday, Wolford was diagnosed with a stinger and called day-to-day by McVay, according to Stu Jackson of the Ram's official site. While Wolford was held out of Tuesday's walk-through, Goff was a full…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 12 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as day-to-day
Wolford (neck) is day-to-day with a stinger, per coach Sean McVay, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
Analysis: Wolford was taken to the hospital after taking a shoulder to the head from Seahawks safety Jamal Adams early in Saturday's wild-card round win. Given that context, a day-to-day label is good news. Even if Wolford's able to gain clearance for Saturday's NFC divisional round matchup against the Packers, it's unclear who the Rams will roll with under center after Jared Goff played through a thumb injury and led the team to victory after Wolford's exit against Seattle.
Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Positive injury news
Coach Sean McVay said that Wolford (neck) is "trending in a positive direction" after going to the hospital during Saturday's 30-20 win over the Seahawks, Greg Beacham of The Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Wolford started the game in place of Jared Goff (thumb), but he exited early after taking a hit to the helmet from Seahawks safety Jamal Adams on a designed run in the first quarter. McVay predicted that Wolford has a stinger. While that's an encouraging prognosis, further testing needs to be done, and Wolford isn't in the clear for the NFC divisional round. Goff figures to be the starting quarterback even if Wolford returns.
Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Being examined further
Wolford (neck) was taken to the hospital for "precautionary measures" following his departure from Saturday's wild-card game in Seattle.
Analysis: On a designed run in the first quarter, Wolford was hit in the helmet by Seahawks safety Jamal Adams. Wolford remained on the ground as the Rams' medical staff examined him before going to the locker room on his own. After he was deemed questionable to return, he later left the stadium in an ambulance and will undergo additional testing to figure out the extent of his neck injury. Jared Goff will continue to direct the offense with Wolford sidelined.
Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves stadium in ambulance
Wolford (neck) was transported from Lumen Field in Seattle via an ambulance, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: In the first quarter of Sunday's wild-card game against the Seahawks, Wolford took a hit to the helmet as he went to the ground on a designed run and remained there for a spell. After he was evaluated by the Rams' medical staff, he was able to walk off the field under his own power and eventually was called questionable to return due to a neck injury. With the way in which Wolford left the stadium, it appears the issue may be serious and likely means Jared Goff will direct the offense for the…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Wolford injured his neck during the first quarter of Saturday's wild-card game against the Seahawks and is listed as questionable to return, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Wolford appeared to take a shot to his head from Seahawks safety Jamal Adams on a scramble and was immediately taken back to the locker room. Jared Goff (right thumb) is the only active quarterback available for the Rams if Wolford is unable to return.
Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to start Saturday
Coach Sean McVay told Jay Glazer of Fox Sports that Wolford is expected to be the Rams' starting quarterback for Saturday's wild-card game at Seattle.
Analysis: Jared Goff is less than two weeks removed from undergoing surgery on a dislocated right thumb, and while he's active he may just be suiting up in case of an emergency. Meanwhile, Wolford is slated to direct L.A.'s offense for the second straight contest after completing 22 of 38 passes for 231 yards and one interception Week 17 against the Cardinals. He also added 56 yards on six carries.
Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Has chance to start Saturday
Wolford is "prepared to start" in place of Jared Goff (right thumb) on Saturday in Seattle, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: According to Rapoport, Wolford took on most of the reps with the first-team offense this week as Goff works his way back from Dec. 28 surgery on a dislocated right thumb. Coach Sean McVay mentioned Thursday that he hasn't made a decision on who between Goff and Wolford will be under center for the Rams, but the former "is pushing to play." Such a call may not be known until shortly before Saturday's 4:40 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Fri, Jan 8 at 9:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Pushes team to postseason dance
Wolford completed 22 of 38 pass attempts for 231 yards and one interception, adding six carries for 56 rushing yards during Sunday's 18-7 win against the Cardinals.
Analysis: With Jared Goff (thumb) ruled out for the first time since 2017, Wolford got the Week 17 start as Los Angeles had an opportunity to play its way into the postseason via a win or tie. An interception on the Rams' opening offensive drive was concerning from the former AAF standout, but Wolford rallied into form by remaining without a giveaway for the rest of the contest. It was a defensive slugfest Sunday as Arizona dealt with an injury to its starting quarterback Kyler Murray (ankle), but…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Will start Week 17
Wolford has officially been named the starter for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Starting quarterback Jared Goff (thumb) has been ruled out after undergoing surgery on his injured hand, which means Wolford will make his NFL debut in a game with playoff implications. Wolford hasn't seen any competitive action since the 2019 preseason. Bryce Perkins is expected to be brought up from the practice squad to back him up, and the team will also try to bring Blake Bortles on board for depth.
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be needed for Week 17
Wolford may be needed to make his first NFL start Week 17 against the Cardinals with top quarterback Jared Goff's status in question after he was diagnosed with a broken and dislocated right thumb following Sunday's 20-9 loss to the Seahawks, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Despite picking up the injury late in third quarter when his throwing hand was struck by the helmet of Seahawks defensive end Benson Mayowa, Goff remained in the contest and played every snap in the loss, finishing the day with 24 completions for 243 yards, no touchdowns and an interception on 43 attempts. Goff was able to force the dislocated digit back in place during the game, but since he's still dealing with a fracture, his ability to hold the football securely and throw it without…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Favorite for backup job
Wolford has impressed offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell, Jordan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: O'Connell noted his optimism about Wolford's ability to lead the offense, "He's prepared. He's incredibly smart. I've been really happy with how he's progressed fundamentally and he's throwing the ball really well." However, it's impossible to overlook the fact Wolford has never thrown a pass in an NFL regular season game. He would also be a significant downgrade from No. 1 quarterback Jared Goff for the Los Angeles offense. Still, it appears Wolford is the clear favorite to secure the backup…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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Lines up for No. 2 role
Wolford is the current favorite for the Rams' No. 2 quarterback job, Jourdan Rodrigue and Rich Hammond of The Athletic report.
Analysis: The 24-year-old joined the Rams last April after the now-defunct AAF ceased operations, but he never made it to the active roster and signed a reserve/future contract with Los Angeles after the season. Jared Goff remains the starter, but the only other quarterbacks currently on the roster are undrafted rookies Josh Love and Bryce Perkins after previous backup Blake Bortles hit free agency. Wolford has yet to make his NFL debut, but he should enter training camp as the team's No. 2 quarterback,…read more
Published: Wed, May 13 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticks with Rams
Wolford signed a reserve/future contract with the Rams on Tuesday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: The 24-year-old signed with the Rams in April after the folding of the AAF, but he was unable to make his way onto an active roster in 2019. Backup quarterback Blake Bortles is headed for free agency, so Wolford could stake his claim to the job over the offseason.
Published: Tue, Dec 31 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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