Ty Simpson, Darryl Peterson shine in Rams' preseason finale against Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:16 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams concluded their preseason with a 20-18 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night. Rookie quarterback Ty Simpson led the Rams, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and one touchdown. Several players made notable contributions, including Dean Connors, who rushed for 69 yards and caught a touchdown, and Darryl Peterson III, who recorded a game-sealing strip-sack in the final minute. The performance provided crucial opportunities for players to secure roster spots ahead of final cuts.
- •Rams finish preseason with a perfect record, winning all three games.
- •Simpson throws for 119 yards and one touchdown against the Chargers.
- •Connors adds 69 rushing yards and another touchdown reception.
- •Peterson records key strip-sack in the last minute of the game.
- •Preseason performances impact final roster decisions for the Rams.
- 5:16 AMYahoo Sports — 6 standouts in Rams' win over Chargers: Simpson, Peterson shine
"Ty Simpson and Darryl Peterson III were two of the Rams' best players on the field Thursday night.
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