Rams rally for 20-12 preseason victory over Chiefs with Simpson's strong performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Los Angeles Rams defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-12 in a preseason game on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium. Justin Fields had a solid debut with the Chiefs, completing all four passes as a backup to Patrick Mahomes, who participated only in the coin toss. Rookie Ty Simpson led the Rams' comeback, throwing two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter. The game featured mostly backups, with both teams resting their starters for the matchup. Next week, the Rams will host the New Orleans Saints, while the Chiefs will visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- •Rams score two touchdowns in the fourth quarter for win
- •Rookie Ty Simpson throws for 190 yards and two touchdowns
- •Justin Fields debuts as Chiefs’ backup with four completions
- •Patrick Mahomes only plays during the coin toss
- •Next week, Rams face the Saints and Chiefs play the Buccaneers
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Vet Justin Fields solid for Chiefs, rookie Ty Simpson sharp as Rams rally for 20-12 preseason win
"Justin Fields completed all four of his passes in his first quarter as the backup to Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, then watched as rookie Ty Simpson led the Los Angeles Rams to a comeback 20-12 preseason win over Kansas City on Saturday. The Chiefs signed Fields, a former first-round pick of the Bears, to serve as their veteran backup in part because they were unsure whether Mahomes would be ready for Week 1 after reconstructive knee surgery.
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