The Los Angeles Rams have one more preseason game to figure out who will make their final roster and who will be released. It’s a nerve-racking time for any player on the roster bubble, and it’s exciting as well. Some players are going to be disappointed as they won’t make their team, other players will have their dreams come true.
The Rams have plenty of work to do to figure out their backup quarterback situation, they need to determine the look of their running back room, and more! So much to do,
never enough time in the NFL.
To this point, the Rams are 2-0 and are having a nice preseason with Ty Simpson looking solid against the Kansas City Chiefs, and then Stetson Bennett looking confident against the New Orleans Saints. You could make the case that preseason is going exactly as it should for the Rams as their quarterbacks look serviceable, and their depth overall looks like a strength.
Take that all with a grain of salt. It’s only preseason, and the Rams want to look good in the regular season, not just the preseason. That aside, take it for what it is. The Rams have looked good in August, and that’s all they can do right now.
2026 Los Angeles Rams: Projecting final 53-man roster (espn)
“LOS ANGELES — The Rams open the 2026 NFL regular season against the San Francisco 49ers on Sept. 10 at Melbourne Cricket Ground. But first, they play one more preseason game Thursday against the Los Angeles Chargers and then must cut their roster to 53 players by 6 p.m. ET on Sunday.
Who will make the team? Which positions have tough decisions on deck? And where might the lineup be deepest and thinnest this season?
This roster projection doesn’t include Aaron Donald, who is currently going through a “regimented” process to determine whether he wants to come out of retirement. This is an offensive-heavy projection, in part because it includes six receivers, five tight ends and 10 offensive linemen.“
No one is talking about these heroes of Rams preseason thus far (ramblinfan)
“Some have called out the offensive line for a lack of depth. But rewatching preseason games to focus on the performance, you’ll see a different story. LA may lack a stable of backup linemen with draft-day pedigrees, but they come to play. So who are these overachievers?
Rams’ preseason offensive line: C Dylan McMahon, G Beaux Limmer, LT AJ Arcuri, G Bill Murray, G Wyatt Bowles, G Austin Blaske, T Blake Hance (T Keagen Trost – injured)
In the two games, this anonymous group helped LA put up 726 yards of offense: 482 passing yards, 244 rushing yards, two passing touchdowns, and three rushing scores. For a preseason unit that has been stitched together on the fly, that’s a noteworthy performance.“
Rams 53-man roster prediction entering Week 3 of the preseason (ramblinfan)
“The roster prediction below attempts to answer those questions and more as we gear up for an ever-nearing date in Melbourne, Australia, to kick off the regular season.
Rams 53-man roster prediction as preseason winds down
Quarterback (3)
Matthew Stafford, Stetson Bennett, Ty Simpson
Not much to say here … well, actually there might be a little. Stafford is the reigning MVP. Bennett will be the backup unless head coach Sean McVay tells us otherwise. Simpson will continue developing.
The main question is whether Stafford can stay healthy, and after that, is there another quarterback on the roster who can capably handle a series or a drive – or heaven help us, a whole game – if QB1 gets dinged?“
Ty Simpson’s preseason shows he’s right on track with his development (ramswire)
“Going 21-for-25 for 190 yards and two touchdowns on his debut, Simpson avoided committing big mistakes while guiding the Rams up-and-down the field. What really impressed was his targeting of tight ends and running backs. He found running back Dean Connors for both his touchdowns, while Max Klare and Mark Redman had massive performances.”
Two Wisconsin alumni headline Los Angeles Rams preseason standouts (badgerswire)
“As part of a 34-0 shutout against the New Orleans Saints, the Rams improved to 2-0 in preseason action.
Former Badgers Nyzier Fourqurean and Darryl Peterson III both have a chip on their shoulder, and each did their part to contribute to a defensive masterclass.
Fourqurean recorded four tackles, three of which were solo, but most importantly, he added a pass deflection and forced a fumble.“
‘Loudmouth,’ ‘He’s 10! What Does He Know?’ — Chiefs Fans Take Offense at Rams QB Ty Simpson’s Shot at Arrowhead Stadium (sports.yahoo)
“One fan reacted on social media by playing into the fact that Simpson is as green as it gets by NFL standards.
“He’s 10! What does he know?“
Another urged Simpson against making up his mind so quickly, pointing out the major differences between a preseason and regular season matchup at Arrowhead.
“Haven’t experienced Arrowhead during the regular season. Loud mouth [expletive].”
Meanwhile, one commenter was quick to note that Simpson will get a chance to see how passionate Chiefs fans can be when Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Co. travel to SoFi on Dec. 3.“
Sean McVay’s victory speech after preseason win vs. Saints “HOW ABOUT THE DEFENSE FOR THE SHUTOUT?!” (therams.com)
“Watch Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay’s victory speech after Saturday’s preseason win against the New Orleans Saints.“
This angle of Stetson Bennett’s 4th-down dime is a must-see (ramswire)
“Flat-footed, he threw a sidearm dime to Tyler Scott, who was running a crosser route against man coverage with a linebacker also dropping into that area. The ball was layered perfectly over the corner and linebacker where only Scott could get it.
The end zone angle of the throw shows just how impressive it was.“
5 notable players the Rams held out vs. Saints (and what it means) (Ramswire)
“Interestingly, several other players who may have been flirting with the roster bubble were also kept on the sidelines after playing in the first game last week against the Chiefs. For some, it’s a sign that they’ve all but secured a roster spot, but it’s not guaranteed that all five will make the team.
WR Xavier Smith
Smith played a lot in the preseason opener, and he stood out as both a receiver and returner. It may have been enough for the coaching staff to feel good about him as their punt returner and backup receiver. It’s likely that the team held him out to avoid any potential injury, given the role he’s expected to play this season.“
Los Angeles Rams Get Apparent Answer From Aaron Donald (heavy.com)
“Donald, 35, has been away from the Rams and the NFL since the end of the 2023 season.
He has teased a comeback this offseason amid the Rams’ trade for Garrett, who is also keen on the idea of teaming up with the 10-time Pro Bowler.
“‘Locked in for season,’” one fan posted in the replies. “Do not play with our emotions [laughing face emoji].”
Another fan said, “You just leaked the script gang [crying face emojis].”
Comment of the Day:
Food for thought, some nice p0ints. I will say though I think Jimmy Garoppolo could make a lot of sense. I also think we don’t know how ready Bennett or Simpson are for the regular season, but the Rams should have a decent idea.
“Really what good would the preseason reps be for Simpson? Bennett has being getting preseason reps nearly all his years with the Rams. The reps Simpson needs are the practice reps. That’s what matters. But if Simpson can’t beat out Bennett for QB2 then he won’t get many meaningful reps at all. He’s in the same boat Bennett was in last year. QB3 having to take mainly mental reps because Stafford and Jimmy G were taking the 1st and 2nd team reps. Nothing Simpson does in preseason will have me confident that he’s ready for the backup roll, like nothing Bennett has done has me he convince he’s ready either. Just easy to see Bennett knows the plays better than Simpson as expected.
And another thing everyone want the Rams to sign Jimmy G, where was this motivation last year when folks didn’t know if Stafford was going to play. I’ll I heard was doom and gloom for the season!! Now people want Jimmy G back like he’s going to be the savior!! Jimmy G is miles away better than both Bennett and Simpson just pointing out people wasn’t this chummy about him last year.“ -Gerald Jeffcoat
Fanpost of the Day:
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