Teddy Bridgewater's departure opens backup role for Stetson Bennett

Teddy Bridgewater has informed the Detroit Lions of his decision to step away from the team, creating a need for a backup behind quarterback Jared Goff. The Los Angeles Rams' Stetson Bennett is currently competing with rookie Ty Simpson for the backup role to Matthew Stafford. As Bennett's performance has faltered in recent practices, speculation arises that the Rams could consider trading him to the Lions, who have a history of trading with Los Angeles. The Rams may benefit from acquiring draft capital given their limited future picks, while securing a more polished quarterback option as Simpson develops.

• 6:02 PMYahoo Sports — Did a potential landing spot just open for Stetson Bennett?