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Updates from Week 1
Preseason Updates: Quarterbacks
Reigning MVP Matthew Stafford threw his first training camp passes after sitting out all of 2025, immediately looking in midseason form. HC Sean McVay described his quarterback's performance as "sharp, distributed the ball really well, and played with timing and rhythm." The offense will break in a new coordinator with OC Nathan Scheelhaase replacing new Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur, though McVay's thumb remains firmly on the playcalling. The team is giving backup Stetson Bennett IV ample work, with Stafford missing two out of every four practices due to a degenerative back issue. First-round pick Ty Simpson is expected to sit the entire season, though the backup job remains one of the few position battles. When Stafford does practice, Simpson has sat out team drills, focusing on individual development. The team has not ruled out a reunion with 2025's top backup, Jimmy Garoppolo, if Bennett does not establish himself. Stafford will not play in the preseason, and McVay has not shared the team's plans for those games beyond confirming Simpson will see work. Bennett handled every 2025 preseason snap.
Preseason Updates: Running Backs
Kyren Williams remains the RB1, and camp reports indicate he has an extra spring in his step. Williams on his offseason training: "This year, I honed in on really training to be a running back. Those pad levels, those cuts, and when I am cutting, sinking my body because if I cut straight up, I'm not going anywhere. My superpowers are when I'm low to the ground. I have both my feet in the ground, and I'm planting and I'm explosive. I think this year, I really honed in on what it is being a running back." There is hope around camp that increased use of multiple tight end sets will allow Williams to significantly expand his pass-catching opportunities. An elite pass protector and receiver, Williams has seen his target share limited by Stafford's lack of mobility. Blake Corum's offseason training videos went viral, drawing attention to the RB2 entering his third season. McVay on his running back: "I did see a couple of those videos, and they look cool as s—. It's impressive. I want to see him make people miss like that in the hole." Corum has switched to his childhood number 24 and became a father in the offseason, adding to his motivation. Williams on his backfield partner: "He's a lot leaner. He looks a lot more explosive." Corum on his career to this point: "I'm not close to the success that I want in the NFL." Jarquez Hunter and Ronnie Rivers are expected to round out the room, though Williams and Corum are projected to handle bellcow duties if either top back goes down.