Ty Simpson will play in the preseason; no decision has been made about Stetson Bennett playing
As the Rams prepare for the first of their three preseason games, coach Sean McVay has made a decision as to whether one of his top backup quarterbacks will play.
As the Los Angeles Rams gear up for the start of their preseason schedule, head coach Sean McVay has already determined that rookie first-round pick Ty Simpson will take to the field. However, the future of veteran backup quarterback Stetson Bennett remains uncertain.
McVay informed reporters on Saturday that Simpson is "definitely" going to play during the preseason games. In contrast, he has not yet made a decision regarding Bennett's participation. The 28-year-old Bennett, a fourth-round selection in the 2023 draft, has not yet suited up for a regular-season Rams game.
Ultimately, McVay will need to decide whether Simpson or Bennett (or potentially undrafted rookie Matthew Caldwell) will serve as the second-string quarterback behind 2025 NFL MVP Matthew Stafford. The choice is likely to be heavily influenced by Simpson's performance during the preseason.
Should the Rams opt to keep Simpson in the fold, they may need to reconsider the possibility of bringing back Jimmy Garoppolo to serve as Stafford's third understudy in a row. McVay may not have a definitive answer until after the third preseason game.
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