John Wolford wasn’t perfect in his NFL debut against the Arizona Cardinals. He threw an ugly interception on his first pass attempt, missed a few receivers downfield and clearly battled some early-game jitters, which is understandable.
However, he was plenty good enough to help the Rams win the game and clinch a playoff berth. And now that L.A. is in the dance, there’s some uncertainty as to who will start at quarterback against the Seahawks on wild-card weekend.
Will it be Wolford again after he threw for 231 yards and rushed for another 56? Or will Jared Goff reclaim his starting job, assuming he’s healthy enough to play? Sean McVay said last week that Goff would likely be available for the playoffs, saying last Monday that “he actually should be available if we’re able to handle business, for the playoffs, which is pretty amazing.”
But after the Rams’ win on Sunday, he wasn’t so sure about Goff’s availability. He told reporters that he’s “not sure” if Goff will play and the team will think about starting Wolford again.
McVay just asked if Wolford is the starting QB next week: "We'll take a look at that." #Rams
— Joe Reedy (@joereedy) January 4, 2021
McVay expressed confidence in Wolford and was impressed with the quarterback in his NFL debut, saying he was “the star of the offense.”
“He showed up in a big way,” McVay added. “I was impressed with him.”
HC Sean McVay on John Wolford: "I thought he was the star of the offense, he showed up in a big way, I was impressed with him." #RamsHouse
— NICK HAMILTON (@NickHamiltonLA) January 4, 2021
It’s hard not to like what Wolford was able to do in his first action, bouncing back nicely from an early interception. He showed poise and confidence in the pocket, displaying what the Rams saw in him as Goff’s backup.
We should get more clarity as the week goes on whether Goff or Wolford will be the Rams’ starting quarterback.
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