McVay evaluates QB competition with Stafford absent from preseason games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:34 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is uncertain about his quarterback strategy ahead of the preseason. Veteran QB Matthew Stafford will not participate, prioritizing his health. Stetson Bennett and rookie Ty Simpson are vying for the backup position, making the upcoming games critical for both. This situation mirrors last year's preseason, where Bennett started due to Stafford's absence. McVay has yet to finalize snap distribution as the Rams prepare for their first exhibition game.
- •Stafford will not play in preseason to ensure health for the regular season.
- •Competition for the backup QB spot is between Bennett and Simpson.
- •Bennett performed well in last year's preseason amidst similar circumstances.
- •The Rams' first preseason game starts tonight, crucial for evaluating quarterbacks.
- •McVay has not announced his snap distribution plan for the quarterbacks.
- 6:34 AMYahoo Sports — Rams HC Sean McVay still unsure of QB plan amid looming preseason
"Rams head coach Sean McVay does not know who he will be playing during the upcoming NFL preseason games as QB1.
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