Matthew Stafford's toe injury could have serious implications for the Los Angeles Rams' postseason matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. The Rams quarterback injured it in the final game of the regular season but it doesn't impact his availability for the playoffs.

Head coach Sean McVay implied that the injury was no big deal. Stafford addressed his injury, saying that he feels fine without showing reporters like Aaron Rodgers did.

The Rams reporters likely appreciated Stafford simply telling them about the affected area rather than showing them.

The Rams will need Stafford at his very best against the Cardinals. Los Angeles went 1-1 against its NFC West rival this season. McVay isn't worried about Stafford's lackluster track record in the postseason. He is confident in his quarterback and offense.

Stafford's ability to keep up with Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray will be crucial to the Rams' chances. The Cardinals can pack a punch offense, though they are dealing with injuries to running back James Conner and wide receiver Rondale Moore. The Rams defense has shown that they can contain Arizona but a huge performance from Stafford and company would give Los Angeles the best chance at advancing to the next round.

For Stafford, the chance to make a deep playoff run the Rams has big implications for his legacy. Making a deep run and playing elite football would greatly boost his odds of being remembered as one of the best quarterbacks of his era. A bad game, though, would be damaging.

The Rams, armed with the newly acquired Eric Weddle, will face the Cardinals at SoFi Stadium on Monday night.