Rams adjust backup QB plan with Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams are maintaining a flexible approach for the backup quarterback position as training camp progresses. Stetson Bennett started with the first-team offense while Ty Simpson worked with the backups. Head coach Sean McVay indicated he does not want to limit evaluations to one predetermined plan as the Rams assess both players. Bennett received the majority of second-team reps on a day when Matthew Stafford was off, and McVay stated the competition will ultimately shape roster decisions. The evaluation process will continue throughout training camp and preseason games.
- •Bennett and Simpson compete for the backup QB role.
- •Stafford took a day off during training camp.
- •McVay emphasizes flexibility in player evaluations.
- •Bennett received more second-team reps than Simpson.
- •Preseason games will influence the final roster decisions.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — Rams keeping practice plan for Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson fluid
"Sean McVay doesn't want to "pigeonhole" himself with the plan at backup QB, keeping things fluid with Ty Simpson and Stetson Bennett.
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