Stafford family battles lice outbreak after Rams' overtime loss to Seahawks
Kelly Stafford documents treatment as the Rams face on-field and off-field scrutiny following Thursday night setback.
The Stafford family is dealing with a lice outbreak, Kelly Stafford said on social media Friday, as the Los Angeles Rams absorbed a stunning overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night. The post came amid a difficult week for the franchise, which saw Seattle rally from a 16-point deficit to win 38-37 in an NFC West showdown. Kelly Stafford said the family is in the lice removal process and shared a video of the insects that had been removed. "Meanwhile we are all in lice removal process. Happy Friday," she wrote, later adding, "An hour and a half later.. So many bugs, so many eggs." She did not say whether her husband, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, was also being treated, but she posted a video labeled as the family’s plan to have the dad checked as well.
The four Stafford daughters, who traveled to Seattle to witness the comeback victory by the Seahawks, were among those undergoing treatment in the days after the game. Kelly posted updates from the scene, including moments from the lice-removal process and a video of the process itself as the family tracked progress through the night. The posts offered a stark contrast to the on-field drama, which culminated in a late defensive stand by Seattle before securing the win.
The Rams’ loss added to a complicated week for the team off the field. Quarterback Sam Darnold connected with a wide-open Eric Saubert for a successful two-point conversion to seal the Seahawks’ victory, capping a comeback from a 16-point deficit. The result left Los Angeles with questions after a season of high expectations and a series of close games.
In the broader team context, Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua drew national attention over comments he made during a livestream that referenced antisemitic tropes. Nacua apologized before Thursday’s game, and the NFL issued a statement condemning "all forms of discrimination and derogatory behavior directed towards any group or individual." The league also fined Nacua $25,000 for prior remarks about officiating, a sanction that added to the scrutiny surrounding the Rams during the week. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
The combination of a stunning late loss and off-field controversies leaves the Rams at a crossroads as the season moves forward. Coach and players have not publicly commented in detail on the lice episode, and the team has limited public updates regarding the health issue within the household. The episode underscores how personal health concerns can intersect with professional sports during a demanding season, particularly when a team is navigating high-profile scrutiny both on and off the field.