The Los Angeles Rams are officially back at it, with players reporting for training camp this morning at LMU, but one huge name is missing from the action: Ty Simpson. This isn’t just a minor blip. Simpson, the 13th overall pick in the draft, is the last remaining rookie quarterback in the entire NFL to still be unsigned. He’s one of only two rookie players across the whole league who hasn’t inked his deal yet, with Gabe Jacas from the Patriots being the other. That’s a major headache for a team trying to get ready for the season.
Simpson’s Absence Boosts Bennett’s Reps
You know what this means, right? Until Simpson puts pen to paper, he won’t be practicing with the team. That’s a huge blow to his development and for the Rams’ QB depth. Instead, it looks like Stetson Bennett is gonna get a ton of crucial reps in practice. The Rams are moving forward like he’s definitely the backup to Matthew Stafford, and we all know Stafford needs those regular rest days to stay fresh. Every rep Bennett gets now is massive, especially with a top rookie QB still sitting out. This whole situation just puts more pressure on Bennett to step up and prove he can handle the backup job.
New Faces Join The Grind
Even with the holdout drama, there’s still plenty happening at camp. Saturday marks the first full team practice, which is always a big deal. For some guys, it’s their very first time hitting the field as Rams. We’re talking about Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson, all getting their initial taste of training camp with the team. It’s gotta be wild for them, soaking it all in. Fans are even getting seven chances to check out the action, with the first open practice kicking off this Monday, July 27, at 4:15 p.m. You can catch them again on Wednesday, July 29, and then August 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. It’s a chance for the fans to see if these new additions are ready to make an impact.
The Rams have a lot to sort out before the season officially begins, starting with getting Simpson under contract. Until then, every practice matters, every rep counts, and the focus is squarely on the guys who *are* there.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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