Story perspectives

Rams Eye Draft QB, Garoppolo Mulls Retirement, Stafford Returns 2026

4/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

Head coach Sean McVay said the Rams will keep open to draft a quarterback and give quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo space to decide on retirement.
McVay noted quarterback Matthew Stafford will return for 18th season in 2026, leaving the backup role uncertain.
He said team could target quarterbacks Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier, Carson Beck and Fernando Mendoza.
Quarterback Stetson Bennett remains the only backup behind Stafford, third-string and not guaranteed beyond 2026.

1 of 1

Story summary

Head coach Sean McVay said the Rams will keep open to draft a quarterback and give quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo space to decide on retirement.
McVay noted quarterback Matthew Stafford will return for 18th season in 2026, leaving the backup role uncertain.
He said team could target quarterbacks Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier, Carson Beck and Fernando Mendoza.
Quarterback Stetson Bennett remains the only backup behind Stafford, third-string and not guaranteed beyond 2026.