Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford has 'neck issue,' is out vs. Kansas City Chiefs

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Los Angeles Ram quarterback Matthew Stafford will not play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday afternoon.

Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Wednesday that Stafford is in the concussion protocol and is also dealing with a “neck issue.” 

Stafford took a hit on a sack in the third quarter against the New Orleans Saints and told McVay he felt some numbness in his legs, so the team opted to play it safe with its quarterback. Stafford was evaluated for a concussion earlier this week and talked to the medical staff, ultimately landing in the concussion protocol.

McVay said the team will take it week by week with Stafford and will put his health first.

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