{
  "id": 17312877,
  "title": "Rams Tight End’s ‘Unbelievable’ Trait Wows Stafford, McVay",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/rams-tight-ends-unbelievable-trait-wows-stafford-mcvay",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-31T00:34:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/rams-tight-end-unbelievable-trait-003444115.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Quarterback Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams was astounded by the remarkable toughness of tight end Colby Parkinson, describing him as \"unbelievable.\" Parkinson, in his seventh NFL season and third with the Rams, suffered multiple injuries during the team's Week 7 victory in Las Vegas but still returned to play. Despite being listed on the injury report between Weeks 3-8 with knee, shoulder, and rib injuries, Parkinson only missed one game. This display of resilience has earned him praise from both his quarterback, Stafford, and coach Sean McVay. Parkinson's attitude and determination, despite his ongoing injuries, represent the kind of player that embodies the Rams' team-first culture. With several star players sidelined due to injuries, Parkinson's contributions are highly valued by the team. Through six games this season, Parkinson has 14 receptions for 48 yards and one touchdown, and he remains listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the Chargers.",
  "summary": "Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is widely regarded as one of the toughest players in NFL history. So for him to be impressed, you must be doing something right. “If you guys knew the half of it,” Stafford said, speaking to the media following the Rams’ Week 7 win in Las Vegas. “This guy’s unbelievable.” Who […] The post Rams Tight End’s ‘Unbelievable’ Trait Wows Stafford, McVay appeared first…",
  "key_points": [
    "Quarterback Matthew Stafford calls Colby Parkinson's toughness \"unbelievable\".",
    "Parkinson suffered multiple injuries but returned to play in Week 7.",
    "Parkinson's resilience highlights Rams' team-first culture."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Parkinson's ability to play through multiple injuries provides the Rams with essential stability as they navigate a season complicated by the absence of several key star players.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}