Rams’ backup QB competition may be over after telling move by Sean McVay

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitBraves-Dodgers takeawaysDillon Gabriel shinesNCAAF: Opening week's bestLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory byRams’ backup QB competition may be over after telling move by Sean McVayCollage of a football player in a white and blue uniform throwing a football and a close-up of a man with short brown hair and a beard talking.Michael DuarteFri, August 28, 2026 at 3:25 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesWho will back up Matthew Stafford? Rams' QB2 race comes down to preseason finaleTy Simpson will get the start but coach Sean McVay has not said if Stetson Bennett will play. Anyone not playing in the finale has likely earned a roster spot.LA TimesWhat Rams QB room decision means for Stetson BennettLos Angeles Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett has one final preseason game to prove he belongs on the 53-man rosterUGA WireRams confident in Bennett and Simpson despite 'up-and-down days'Sean McVay says the Rams feel "really good about" Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson, even though both have had their ups and downs.Rams WireAdvertisementAdvertisementHow Rams Should Handle Ty Simpson, Stetson Bennett in Preseason FinaleTy Simpson and Stetson Bennett remain locked in a close competition, but the Rams should prioritize the rookie's development against the Chargers.Los Angeles Rams On SIRookie QB Ty Simpson has another efficient game as Rams wrap up preseasonStetson Bennett IV has apparently won the Rams' QB2 job.Yahoo SportsRams’ preseason finale only matters for six namesBackup quarterback, two offensive linemen, the last running back, and Wesley Bailey. The rest of the roster is set.SB NationRams preseason takeaways: Sean McVay 'not pigeonholing' himself into backup QB decisionTy 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.LA TimesRoundtable Rams Episode 32 - Recapping Preseason Win, QB2 Battle, and MoreRoundtable Rams crew James Brizuela, Billie Melissa, and Ricardo Sandoval break down the Los Angeles Rams' second preseason game, the ongoing QB2 battle, and so much more.Roundtable SportsRams Forced to Change Plans With Ty Simpson After QB InjuryThe Los Angeles Rams changed their plans with Ty Simpson following an injury during their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. The post Rams Forced to Change Plans With Ty Simpson After QB Injury appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYGrading Ty Simpson's performance vs. ChargersTy Simpson ended the preseason on a high note with another outstanding performance for the Rams.Rams WireRams 2026 roster cut trackerTracking the Rams cuts following their final preseason gameSB NationTy Simpson's mic'd-up moments show a rookie settling inTy Simpson sounds confident, cool and collected after two preseason games with the Rams.Rams Wire5 Rams-Chargers battles to watch for that could decide who survives final cutsThe Rams and Chargers close the preseason Thursday at SoFi Stadium with backup QB battles, roster spots and major Week 1 questions at stake.NY Post SportsRams Winners & Losers: Ty Simpson secures backup status?Ty Simpson may just have beaten out Stetson Bennett to serve as Matthew Stafford’s backupSB Nation‘Better than Shedeur,’ ‘Playing Against Future Walmart Employees’ — NFL Fans Divided Over Rams QB Ty Simpson’s Final Preseason OutingThe Los Angeles Rams have cashed in all of their chips on their immediate future. Trading for Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie cost them a ton of draft capital and cap space, but with Matthew Stafford near the end of his career, the moves made sense.Pro Football NetworkRams rookie class stock watch: Who is rising and falling?Ty Simpson’s stock with the Rams has grown steadily since being drafted 13th overall in AprilSB Nation6 standouts in Rams' win over Chargers: Simpson, Peterson shineTy Simpson and Darryl Peterson III were two of the Rams' best players on the field Thursday night.Rams WireFormer Rams Super Bowl winner cut by BroncosBroncos had a short week with Taylor Rapp, but he could be back, preseason game in L.A. tonight and more!SB NationWatch: Ty Simpson makes spectacular throw on the run for a TDTy Simpson showed a little bit of everything on this touchdown pass, throwing a dot on the run to Brennan Presley.Rams WireRams hold off Chargers, 20-18: Instant analysis of preseason winThe Rams held on to beat the Chargers for their third straight preseason win, 20-18.Rams Wire