Ty Simpson continues strong preseason for Rams amid QB depth chart changes
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Los Angeles Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson delivered another solid performance in the team's preseason finale, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and one touchdown. Drafted 13th overall, Simpson is likely to start the season as the third-string quarterback behind Matthew Stafford and Stetson Bennett IV, who appears to have secured the backup role. Simpson's strong completion rate throughout the preseason, now at 78.3%, highlights his potential for future development despite a likely redshirt year. The Rams are expected to rely solely on Stafford as they prepare for the regular season.
- •Ty Simpson completed 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards in the finale.
- •Simpson has a preseason completion rate of 78.3% with three touchdowns.
- •Stetson Bennett IV has apparently secured the backup QB position.
- •Rams hope to rely primarily on Matthew Stafford during the regular season.
- •Simpson's development may continue without playing in regular season games.
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — Ty Simpson closes debut NFL preseason, looking like a future star
- 7:12 AMYahoo Sports — Rams rookie leaves Sean McVay with something to think about after perfect preseason
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Grading Ty Simpson's performance vs. Chargers
- 5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Rams preseason takeaways: Ty Simpson puts on another show in win over Chargers
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Rookie QB Ty Simpson has another efficient game as Rams wrap up preseason
"Ty Simpson has another strong performance for the Rams in their 20-18 preseason win over the Chargers, but it looks like he'll be the No. 3 QB on the roster.
"Rams rookie Ty Simpson capped an impressive preseason against the Chargers, giving Sean McVay plenty to consider before the opener in Australia.
"Ty Simpson ended the preseason on a high note with another outstanding performance for the Rams.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 3:28 PMTy Simpson closes debut NFL preseason, looking like a future star
The Rams seem to have made the right move by investing in Ty Simpson.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 7:12 AMRams rookie leaves Sean McVay with something to think about after perfect preseason
Rams rookie Ty Simpson capped an impressive preseason against the Chargers, giving Sean McVay plenty to consider before the opener in Australia.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 6:00 AMGrading Ty Simpson's performance vs. Chargers
Ty Simpson ended the preseason on a high note with another outstanding performance for the Rams.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:09 AMRams preseason takeaways: Ty Simpson puts on another show in win over Chargers
Ty Simpson has another strong performance for the Rams in their 20-18 preseason win over the Chargers, but it looks like he'll be the No. 3 QB on the roster.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:50 AMRookie QB Ty Simpson has another efficient game as Rams wrap up preseason
Stetson Bennett IV has apparently won the Rams' QB2 job.
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