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Los Angeles Rams face decision on Stetson Bennett

The Rams face a looming decision on former Georgia QB Stetson Bennett after Los Angeles’ Week 2 game against the Arizona Cardinals

Former Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett made the Los Angeles Rams’ 53-man roster and served as the Rams’ second-string quarterback in their 26-20 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 1. Bennett is expected to serve the same role in Los Angeles’ Week 2 game against the Arizona Cardinals.

However, after Week 2, NFL veteran Jimmy Garoppolo will return from a two-game suspension. Garoppolo is expected to back up Matthew Stafford for the rest of the season.

Los Angeles has several options upon Garoppolo’s return. The Rams could cut Bennett or move him to their practice squad. It would be surprising for Los Angeles to cut Bennett.

The Rams have no quarterback on their practice squad. Bennett is Los Angeles’ third-string quarterback and the vast majority of NFL teams carry at least three quarterbacks between their active roster in practice squad.

Moving Bennett to their practice squad does come with risk. Another NFL team could sign Bennett to their active roster if he becomes a practice squad player.

Bennett is coming off an up-and-down preseason. He played in the Rams’ first two preseason games and had some excellent moments, including a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown passes, which helped the Rams pick up two wins. However, he threw five interceptions in the preseason (tied for most in the NFL).

Former Georgia QB Stetson Bennett makes Rams’ 53-man roster

Former Georgia football quarterback Stetson Bennett makes the Los Angeles Rams’ roster after up-and-down preseason. What is next for Bennett?

Former Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett has made the Los Angeles Rams’ 53-man roster. Barring an unexpected signing or trade, the Rams will roll with Bennett as their second-string quarterback for the first two weeks of the season.

Bennett is expected to back up Matthew Stafford until Jimmy Garoppolo returns from a two game suspension.

Bennett is coming off an up-and-down preseason. He played in the Rams’ first two preseason games, which were both wins. However, he threw five interceptions in the preseason (tied for most in the NFL).

Bennett had some bright moments, including a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown passes. He finished second in passing yardage and passing attempts this preseason. Bennett finished with the third-most completions (tied) in the preseason.

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The Rams will have to make a decision on Bennett after Week 2. They could elect to keep him on their active roster, or Los Angeles could try to bring back Bennett as a member of the practice squad.

Former Georgia QB leads NFL in several statistics

Los Angeles Rams second-year QB Stetson Bennett leads the NFL in four different passing statistics

Entering Week 3 of the preseason, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett leads the NFL in several stat categories.

We’ll start with the good. Bennett leads the league in passing yardage. He’s thrown for almost 100 yards more than the player with the second-most passing yards. Bennett has 437 passing yards through the first two weeks of the preseason.

Bennett has more passing attempts (69) and completions (41) than any other NFL quarterback this preseason. Overall, he has completed 59.4% of his passes, which is middle of the pack.

Why does Bennett have bigger passing numbers than his NFL counterparts? Because Bennett has played two full games. Most other quarterbacks play in a series, a quarter or a half, but not the whole game. He engineered a pair of fourth quarter comebacks and is a big reason the Rams are 2-0 this preseason.

The bad news is Bennett leads the NFL in interceptions with five. He’s been effective at moving the ball, but his four interception performance in Week 1 definitely raised some concerns.

Matthew Stafford completes pass to himself in bizarre play

Los Angeles Rams star quarterback Matthew Stafford catches his own pass in a crazy training camp play

Former Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Matthew Stafford is back in action in preparation for the 2024 NFL season with the Los Angeles Rams. Stafford is not expected to play much (if at all) this preseason, but he is participating in training camp.

In a recent joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys, Stafford completed a pass to himself on fourth down. Several Dallas defenders bobbled the football and allowed Stafford, who was scrambling, to catch his own pass in a football rarity.

Stafford’s reception came in a drill near the end zone. It is evident that Dallas defenders respected Stafford’s red noncontact jersey, but that did not stop Stafford from somersaulting into the end zone.

Here’s a look at Stafford’s amazing play.

The Rams and Cowboys play their preseason opener on Aug. 11 at 4:30 p.m. ET. Matthew Stafford is not expected to play, but former Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett should see a significant amount of action for Los Angeles.

Watch: Rams QB Stetson Bennett connects with WR on acrobatic catch

Former Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett connects on a long pass in training camp

Los Angeles Rams rookie Stetson Bennett continues to make plays. Bennett’s latest pass on the run came in training camp.

Bennett impressed quite a few folks in SoFi Stadium, which is home to the Los Angeles Rams, with his five-touchdown performance in the national championship game against TCU. A few months later, the Rams selected Bennett with the 128th pick of the 2023 NFL draft.

Los Angles obtained an experienced winner in Stetson Bennett. However, the Rams are planning on Bennett backing up quarterback Matthew Stafford during his rookie year.

Bennett should see some action during the preseason because Los Angeles seldom plays starters in preseason games.

Bennett completed a long pass on the run to wide receiver Demarcus Robinson in training camp:

The Rams are looking to have a much better season than 2022’s campaign. Last season, Los Angeles finished a disappointing 5-12 after winning the Super Bowl the year before.

On Wednesday, Matthew Stafford had a great touchdown pass to tight end Tyler Higbee:

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Watch: Rams QB Stetson Bennett throws TD pass in OTAs

Former Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett connects on a touchdown pass in Los Angeles Rams OTAs

Los Angeles Rams rookie Stetson Bennett is already back making plays.

Bennett’s final college game was a dominant, 65-7, national championship victory over TCU. He impressed quite a few folks in SoFi Stadium, which is home to the Los Angeles Rams, with his five total touchdown performance in the national championship. The Rams selected Bennett with the 128th pick (fourth round) of the 2023 NFL draft.

Los Angles obtained a winner in Stetson Bennett. However, the Rams are planning on Bennett being a backup to starting quarterback Matthew Stafford during his rookie year.

Once again, Bennett must prove himself. He excels when he has doubters and is always ready to perform.

Bennett completed a touchdown pass on the run to tight end Hunter Long in OTAs. Here’s a look at the touchdown:

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is impressed with Bennett’s athleticism, particularly Bennett’s quickness. He likes what Bennett can do when he is on the move.

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Sean McVay details why Rams selected Georgia QB Stetson Bennett

The Los Angeles Rams surprised NFL draft analysts when they selected Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett

The Los Angeles Rams surprised quite a few NFL draft analysts when they selected Stetson Bennett in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL draft. The Rams really liked Bennett throughout the predraft process.

Los Angeles head coach Sean McVay and the Rams elected to draft Bennett with the No. 128 pick. Bennett was the seventh quarterback drafted.

In 2022, the Rams went 2-6 in games without Matthew Stafford and needed to upgrade the backup quarterback position. Stafford missed several games last season with a neck injury and a concussion. However, the Rams entered the 2023 NFL draft with little early round draft capital, so Los Angeles could not easily draft a top quarterback. Additionally, the Rams want to continue to contend in the NFC, so it made sense for Los Angeles to take an experienced quarterback like Bennett.

Bennett’s final college game was a dominant, 65-7, national championship victory over TCU. Perhaps he impressed a few folks in SoFi Stadium, which is home to the Los Angeles Rams, with his five total touchdown performance in the national championship game.

Stetson Bennett will learn under Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford during his rookie season in the NFL. Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Sean McVay views Stetson Bennett as a winner. Bennett came up huge in clutch moments throughout his college career. Bennett saved his best performances for the College Football Playoff.

McVay is a big fan of Georgia’s offensive system and thinks it translates well to the NFL. He also is impressed with Bennett’s athleticism, particularly Bennett’s quickness.

Here’s everything Sean McVay had to say about Stetson Bennett:

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Todd Gurley joins ownership group in start-up football league

Former Georgia Bulldogs and Los Angeles Rams star running back Todd Gurley has joined the ownership group for a Fan Controlled Football team

Former Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, and Los Angeles Rams star running back Todd Gurley has joined the ownership group for the Beasts, a Fan Controlled Football (FCF) team. The Beasts ownership group includes former NFL star Marshawn Lynch, Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters, former WNBA star Renee Montgomery, and WWE wrestler Miro.

The Beasts are 2-4 this season in FCF. All games of FCF are played in Atlanta, Georgia, at Pullman Yards. Fans have a large influence on the league and can impact play calls, instant replays, and more.

The FCF played its inaugural season in 2021. Games are streamed on Twitch and a variety of other platforms, which gives the league a much different target audience than the USFL, which is a top competitor for the FCF.

Former Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley reacts after defeating the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Todd Gurley remains unsigned as an NFL free agent. Gurley is still investing in football and in the Atlanta area with his decision to join the Beasts’ ownership group.

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Twitter reacts to Matt Stafford news

Twitter reacts as former Georgia football QB Matt Stafford has been traded from the Lions to the Rams for Jared Goff and picks.

On Saturday, news broke that former Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford had been traded from the Detroit Lions to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Goff.

Adam Schefter was the first to report the news, and added that the Lions will receive a third-round pick in 2021, a first-round pick in 2022 and a first-round pick in 2023.

The deal, however, cannot be made official until the start of the new league year on March 17.

Twitter went wild for the news of the two No. 1 picks being swapped.

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Lions trade Matthew Stafford in blockbuster deal with Rams

The Detroit Lions are trading starting quarterback Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Goff and several first round picks

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The Detroit Lions are trading starting quarterback Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Goff, two future first-round picks, and a third-round pick. Matthew Stafford, a former No. 1 overall pick out of the University of Georgia, requested a trade from the organization this offseason and was receiving significant interest on the market.

The Los Angeles Rams and head coach Sean McVay quickly acted and now they have a new franchise quarterback. Jared Goff, another former No. 1 overall pick, is presumed to be the starter in Detroit.

Matthew Stafford joins a Rams team who had the top defense in the league last season. Los Angeles finished the season 10-6, but was reliant on their elite defense. The Rams struggled at times offensively, especially when compared to previous years.

Jared Goff and the Rams lost in the Division Round of the postseason to the Green Bay Packers. That defeat ending up being Goff’s final game with Los Angeles.

Now, Goff will join former Rams executive Brad Holmes in Detroit. Holmes in now the Lions’ general manager and is looking to rebuild following a 5-11 season. Goff has decent weapons in Detroit like D’Andre Swift, T.J. Hockenson, but new head coach Dan Campbell is looking to re-sign Lions No. 1 wide receiver Kenny Golladay.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the news via Twitter:

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