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.

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.

A fter 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.