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ArticleRams’ snap counts in preseason finale indicates decisions for Wesley Bailey, Ni...August 28, 2026

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QB Ty Simpson, 48 snaps... Bennett is taking a roster spot from someone else, if Ty Simpson is named as the backup.

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Simpson's 48 snaps and backup role indicate he's making the Rams' roster.

Quarterback Ty Simpson received 48 snaps in the preseason finale vs. the Chargers and is expected to make the 53-man roster. The source indicates Simpson is named as the backup quarterback, which creates roster pressure on Stetson Bennett.

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Ty SimpsonNegativeDepth Chart

First-round pick Simpson benched as emergency QB behind Bennett despite strong preseason.

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Ty SimpsonPositiveRole

Simpson's 80%+ preseason accuracy and mobility offer direct solutions to Stafford's Week 1 struggles.

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Ty SimpsonNegativeRole

Simpson's first-round pick was wasted; he's inactive and the Rams sacrificed 2025 draft capital.

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Ty SimpsonNegativeRole

Simpson drafted first-round but inactive; Rams sacrificed 2025 first-rounder to acquire him.

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Ty SimpsonPositiveProjection

Simpson positioned as successor QB with solid young supporting cast for post-Stafford success.

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Ty SimpsonPositiveProjection

Simpson has strong young supporting cast for post-Stafford era success.

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