Rams' Ty Simpson sparks preseason debut with two TDs

Rams rookie Ty Simpson impressed in his NFL debut, going 21-for-25 for 190 yards with two touchdown passes and no interceptions across three quarters in the preseason loss to the Chiefs, earning a 125.0 passer rating. Stetson Bennett started the first quarter, but Simpson led the ensuing stretch with sharp command, prompting coach Sean McVay to call it a “really good day.” The performance adds intrigue to the Rams’ backup QB competition behind Matthew Stafford as Simpson competes with Bennett for a roster spot, while emphasizing the unpredictable nature of preseason evaluations.