Sean McVay names Stetson Bennett starting QB for Rams vs. Chiefs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay announced that Stetson Bennett will start at quarterback in the preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. Ty Simpson will enter the game later as a backup as the team continues evaluating the backup QB situation behind Matthew Stafford. Bennett's performance is critical for his roster spot, as he faces competition from Simpson for the QB2 position. Offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase will call plays during the game, with McVay overseeing as head coach.
- •Stetson Bennett starts at QB for Rams against Chiefs.
- •Ty Simpson to serve as backup quarterback.
- •Bennett's position on the roster is uncertain.
- •Nate Scheelhaase will call plays for this game.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay shares expectations for Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson in preseason
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Stetson Bennett to start for Rams on Saturday vs. Chiefs
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay announces Rams' plan at QB for preseason game vs. Chiefs
"Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson will both play against the Chiefs on Saturday, and Sean McVay shared what he wants to see from them.
"The Rams will give Stetson Bennett the start at QB against the Chiefs on Saturday, with Ty Simpson coming in as a backup.
"Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson will make his preseason debut on Saturday against the Chiefs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 1:00 PMSean McVay shares expectations for Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson in preseason
Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson will both play against the Chiefs on Saturday, and Sean McVay shared what he wants to see from them.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 7:50 PMStetson Bennett to start for Rams on Saturday vs. Chiefs
Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson will make his preseason debut on Saturday against the Chiefs.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 7:15 PMSean McVay announces Rams' plan at QB for preseason game vs. Chiefs
The Rams will give Stetson Bennett the start at QB against the Chiefs on Saturday, with Ty Simpson coming in as a backup.
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