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The most anticipated battle of Los Angeles Rams training camp will be the competition for the backup role behind Matthew Stafford. First-round pick Ty Simpson impressed those in attendance, including former Rams beat writer Vinny Bonsignore of the New York Post: There was quiet s…
As expected, the Los Angeles Rams are giving starting quarterback Matthew Stafford a rest day every other day, and Sean McVay will give Stetson Bennett more opportunities than he’s ever had to feel like a starter. That was the case on Sunday, as Bennett took every rep with the 1s…
The Rams are giving Ty Simpson and Stetson Bennett plenty of reps in training camp as the two quarterbacks battle to be Matthew Stafford's backup.
First-round draft pick Ty Simpson inked his rookie contract with the Los Angeles Rams. He’ll battle with Stetson Bennett to earn the rights to backup Matthew Stafford. As players report to training camp, it seems the Rams have a plan to both manage Stafford’s workload and provide…
Jimmy Garoppolo may have reopened the door to an obvious solution for the Rams’ uncertain backup quarterback situation. After considering retirement, the 34-year-old veteran is reportedly willing to continue his...
It seems Aaron Donald is not the only ex-member of the Los Angeles Rams that is considering unwinding his retirement. Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reported that Jimmy Garoppolo is open to playing in 2026 after mulling hanging up his cleats this spring. The Rams could still use Ga…
The Los Angeles Rams quarterback room is fascinating in the sense of you have Matthew Stafford and then who? Stetson Bennett? Ty Simpson? Are those young boys ready to play in the NFL right now? I don’t know. As good as Stafford is, we don’t know how well his backups are, and you…
If the Rams end up needing another quarterback next year, whether it’s because Matthew Stafford retired, and/or Stetson Bennett is no longer on the roster, then the currently jobless Brendan Sorsby would be a great option in the 2027 draft. Unable to play in the NFL, the CFL, or …
The Rams have an open competition for the backup quarterback role right now, and the expectation around the league is that Stetson Bennett, not first-round QB Ty Simpson, is the frontrunner for that role, per Jason La Canfora. La Canfora cites sources close to Rams HC Sean McVay…
The Los Angeles Rams intended to draft Ty Simpson even before Jimmy Garoppolo decided to retire. LA was able to solve the quarterback position long-term and prepare for life after Matthew Stafford. They may still need a fix in the near term should Stafford miss time. A viral repo…
The Rams drafted Ty Simpson for the future. Is Stetson Bennett good enough for 2026?
A viral report from The Athletic suggests that Ty Simpson struggled to separate himself from Stetson Bennett in the Los Angeles Rams’ quarterback battle during organized team activities. On the surface it seems concerning that the thirteenth overall selection isn’t immediately an…
Reports are emerging that neither Stetson Bennett or Ty Simpson have been wowing anyone for the Los Angeles Rams. Reportedly both have been struggling in their attempts to win the backup quarterback role. I get that it’s worth talking about, but it’s also only June. Make your mis…
49ers 49ers TE George Kittle has a warning for teams considering taking on WR Brandon Aiyuk, given that he hasn’t seen him since… well, he can’t really remember, but he thinks it’s likely been eight months to a year. “The last time I saw Aiyuk was, call it Week 6, 7, or 8. I don’…
Ty Simpson or Stetson Bennett? Stetson Bennett or Ty Simpson? Who will win the backup quarterback role for the Los Angeles Rams? We know that Matthew Stafford has the starting gig locked up, but behind him? Anyone’s guess. It’s been a little while since the Rams didn’t have some …
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The Rams have their short-term future in place at the quarterback spot with Matthew Stafford on the books for two more years. His long-term replacement was added via the draft when Ty Simpson was chosen 13th overall in April’s draft. Los Angeles’ preferred setup for 2026 would ha…
Matthew Stafford missed the entirety of training camp and multiple ensuing weeks of practice last season and then went on to win the NFL’s MVP award and lead his team to the NFC Championship game. The Los Angeles Rams seem to be drawing one conclusion from last year’s back injury…
Matthew Stafford likely to be rested through training camp. Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson to benefit.
Would it better serve the Los Angeles Rams to have rookie first round pick Ty Simpson or fourth-year signal caller Stetson Bennett to be Matthew Stafford’s backup in 2026? It could come down to whether or not Simpson needs development behind the scenes or the first opportunity to…
Stetson Bennett has shown serious growth in preseason games recently
This summer was supposed to be Stetson Bennett’s opportunity to take hold of the L.A. Rams’ backup quarterback position, as Matthew Stafford is expected to rest for the majority of offseason practices and drills. His timing couldn’t be worse. The Rams have gone from a good defens…
The Los Angeles Rams were the busiest team last week, in terms of changing the roster, by trading for Myles Garrett and sending Jared Verse to the Browns. How does the 53-man roster project to be finalized with the Rams’ current crop of players? Rams Offense QB.- Matthew Stafford…