Rookie quarterback Ty Simpson is finally making his preseason debut for the Los Angeles Rams this Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, and he is coming out swinging with some wild honesty. The 13th overall pick just confessed this week that he “bothers” Rams starter Matthew Stafford a lot, even speculating Stafford probably thinks he is annoying.
The ‘Annoying’ Student
Talk about self-awareness, right? Simpson shrugged it off, saying, “I probably bother Matthew a lot,” and “In a type of way to where he probably thinks I’m annoying. Sometimes I’m like, ‘All right, maybe that’s the one for tomorrow.’” But here is the kicker: that is exactly what he should be doing. Simpson knows this might be his only season behind the 2025 MVP, and he is clearly trying to absorb everything. He even shared that they talked this morning, and Stafford asked him, “Hey, how do you feel about the game and stuff?” The best advice? “Just, man, go let it rip. It’s nothing that you haven’t done before.” You gotta love that fire from the rookie. He is not just here to sit around.
Fighting For Every Rep
The Rams play the Chiefs at 1 PM PT on Saturday, and while all eyes are going to be on Simpson, Stetson Bennett actually gets the start, with Simpson coming in later. Honestly, Bennett’s performance is super important for that backup role. Can they count on him? But let’s be real, the buzz is all about Simpson. He is the third man in what feels like a two-man race for reps behind Stafford, who is a legend with over 50,000 career yards and a championship ring. He commands that huddle with guys like Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Kyren Williams. Bennett has been getting the reps Stafford does not, having won two national titles at Georgia. So Simpson has been a bit of a voice without an echo. He admits, “I’m not getting as many of the reps as Stetson and Matthew, so I want to make sure that I get those throws in that they got on the field. Not get caught up in just sitting around and not being locked in. I want to be locked in mentally and locked in physically as well.” That is a player hungry to prove it.
Breaking Hearts On Defense?
And hey, while we are talking Rams, there is also some chatter about Aaron Donald’s potential comeback that is giving people pause. ESPN’s Solak named Donald and the Rams “most likely to break your heart.” It is a warning to those thinking Donald’s return could instantly make an already talented defense “overwhelming.” Sounds like there is a lot to watch for with this Rams squad.
So, when Saturday rolls around, tune in at 1 PM PT. It is Simpson’s first real chance to show everyone who he is, and to show Stafford that all that “bothering” was worth it. Let’s see what this rookie can “let rip!”
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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