Overview
- Stetson Bennett will start the preseason opener against the Chiefs and Simpson is expected to enter the game later.
- Simpson is the Rams' third-string quarterback and has logged far fewer practice reps than Matthew Stafford and Bennett.
- He has regularly stayed after practice to walk through plays with quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone and study the playbook.
- Matthew Stafford has mentored Simpson and urged him to 'go let it rip' as he adapts to the NFL game speed.
- Sean McVay said seeing Simpson face a real rush will be important for evaluation and coaches will combine this game tape with practice work when assessing his short-term role.