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Stetson Bennett news
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The gist
Stetson Bennett is listed as Matthew Stafford's backup for the Rams' Thursday opener against the 49ers.
The QB2 call matters because the Rams also drafted rookie Ty Simpson in the.
Background
Bennett, a former Georgia quarterback who led the Bulldogs to national titles in 2021 and 2022, is now on the Rams' depth chart behind Matthew Stafford. The Rams also used a first-round pick on rookie Ty Simpson, creating competition for the backup job. Head coach Sean McVay has publicly described the two as "2A, 2B" rather than naming a clear No. 2.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026Rams release a depth chart listing Stetson Bennett as the No. 2 quarterback and rookie Ty Simpson as No. 3, but head coach Sean McVay says the situation is closer to "2A, 2B."
- Sep 8, 2026A Turf Show Times poll shows Rams fans favoring Ty Simpson over Stetson Bennett for the QB2 role.
- Sep 9, 2026Reports say the Rams are still deciding between Bennett and Simpson for the backup job behind Matthew Stafford.
- Sep 10, 2026Bennett is listed as Matthew Stafford's backup for Thursday night's season opener against the San Francisco 49ers.
Who’s saying what
- Coach
- Sean McVay says he views Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson as "2A, 2B," indicating the backup competition is not settled.
- Public
- A Turf Show Times poll indicates Rams fans want to see Ty Simpson as QB2 over Stetson Bennett.
Still unverified
The exact date the Rams will formally name an official QB2 has not been announced; reports describe the decision as still pending.