Vet Justin Fields solid for Chiefs, rookie Ty Simpson sharp as Rams rally for 20-12 preseason win

Kansas City, Mo. (AP) — Quarterback Justin Fields shined during his initial appearance as the backup to Chiefs' star Patrick Mahomes, completing all four of his passes in the first quarter. Meanwhile, rookie defensive back Ty Simpson steered the Los Angeles Rams to a 20-12 preseason victory over the Chiefs. The Chiefs had initially signed Fields as a backup due to uncertainty surrounding Mahomes' availability for the first game following his knee surgery, but Fields has surpassed expectations in his rehab.

Mahomes only came on the field for the coin toss, serving as a captain. The Rams utilized their first-round draft pick, Ty Simpson, who threw two touchdown passes to Dean Connors in the fourth quarter.