Rams’ Ty Simpson shows promise but trails Stetson Bennett IV in depth chart
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Ty Simpson, the Rams' rookie quarterback, displayed solid performance against the Saints on Saturday, going 8 of 12 for 73 yards. Stetson Bennett IV, who started and played well, seems to have solidified his position as the primary backup to Matthew Stafford. The Rams won 34-0, highlighting the ongoing competition for QB roles. While Simpson was efficient, his prospects for playing time remain uncertain with the established veteran Stafford ahead of him, indicating Simpson may redshirt this season.
- •Simpson went 8 of 12 for 73 yards against the Saints.
- •Bennett IV threw for 181 yards and had two rushing touchdowns.
- •Rams won 34-0, boosting confidence in Bennett IV.
- •Simpson was drafted 13th overall in this year's NFL Draft.
- •The Rams are seeking a reliable backup to Stafford.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Practice reps hint at who is leading Rams' backup QB battle
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Rams' QB2 Battle is Far From Over
- 1:26 AMYahoo Sports — Rams Backup QB Battle Takes Turn After Stetson Bennett Performance
- 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — NFL Preseason Blitz: Rams rookie QB Ty Simpson plays well again, but seems well behind Stetson Bennett IV
"Rams QB Stetson Bennett shined in his second preseason game of the year, showing up rookie Ty Simpson, who was gaining momentum. The post Rams Backup QB Battle Takes Turn After Stetson Bennett Performance appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"The Los Angeles Rams have looked solid through the first two weeks of the preseason, and the battle for backup quarterback between Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson seems to be far from over.
"Stetson Bennett is still operating as the Rams' No. 2 quarterback, with Ty Simpson working behind him.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 7:55 PMPractice reps hint at who is leading Rams' backup QB battle
Stetson Bennett is still operating as the Rams' No. 2 quarterback, with Ty Simpson working behind him.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 11:26 PMRams' QB2 Battle is Far From Over
The Los Angeles Rams have looked solid through the first two weeks of the preseason, and the battle for backup quarterback between Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson seems to be far from over.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 1:26 AMRams Backup QB Battle Takes Turn After Stetson Bennett Performance
Rams QB Stetson Bennett shined in his second preseason game of the year, showing up rookie Ty Simpson, who was gaining momentum. The post Rams Backup QB Battle Takes Turn After Stetson Bennett Performance appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 12:03 AMNFL Preseason Blitz: Rams rookie QB Ty Simpson plays well again, but seems well behind Stetson Bennett IV
The Rams are looking for a new backup quarterback this season.
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