Stetson Bennett set to compete in Rams vs. Saints preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:19 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams face the New Orleans Saints in preseason Week 2 on August 22 at 4 p.m. ET. Quarterbacks Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson are competing for the backup QB position behind Matthew Stafford. In the Rams' preseason opener, Simpson impressed with 21 of 25 passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns, while Bennett completed four of six passes for 38 yards. The matchup provides Bennett an opportunity to showcase his abilities in the ongoing competition against Simpson.
- •Bennett is competing against Ty Simpson for Rams' backup QB spot.
- •Game starts at 4 p.m. ET from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
- •Simpson had a strong performance in Week 1, while Bennett had limited action.
- •Both QBs split reps during joint practices with the Saints.
- 9:19 AMYahoo Sports — How to watch Stetson Bennett in NFL preseason Week 2 today
"The Rams face the Saints in preseason Week 2 as the Rams' QB competition heats up. Here is how to watch the game and catch Stetson Bennett in action.
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