Sean McVay says it’s “a step in the right direction” for the veteran quarterback, who missed the first four weeks of camp with an aggravated disc in his back.

After going three-plus weeks without practicing, Matthew Stafford has now been in pads and participating in practice for two consecutive days. Following his long-awaited return on Monday, Stafford is once again on the field Tuesday.

A day after a one-hour workout, the veteran's aching back is responds well enough to practice for a second consecutive day, providing hope moving forward.