Inglewood, Calif. – The Los Angeles Rams posted a convincing 34-0 win over the New Orleans Saints in a preseason matchup at SoFi Stadium on Saturday. Quarterback Stetson Bennett threw for 181 yards and rushed for two touchdowns, helping the Rams build a 20‑point lead by halftime.

Rams’ backup quarterback shines

Bennett completed 19 of 31 passes and played the entire first half before rookie Ty Simpson took over in the third quarter. Although Bennett is the presumed backup to NFL MVP Matthew Stafford, he has never appeared in a regular‑season game. His performance continued a pattern of strong preseason outings during his four seasons with the Rams.

Bennett scored the first Rams touchdown on a dive to the pylon and added a second on a scramble in the second quarter, driving four substantial scoring drives.

Saints rotate QBs, struggle to find rhythm

The Saints, who are 0‑2 in preseason, gave playing time to Zach Wilson and Spencer Rattler, each handling one half of the game. Neither backup quarterback stood out, and the Saints committed two goal‑line turnovers. Rattler threw an interception that was returned 100 yards for a touchdown by safety Alex Cook, and later had another pass intercepted in the end zone.

Wilson completed 6 of 12 passes for 55 yards before throwing an interception to AZ Hamilton in the second quarter.

Special teams and final moments

In the final minute, the Saints attempted a 39‑yard field goal to avoid a shutout, but kicker Tanner Brown missed the attempt. The Rams will remain at SoFi Stadium for their next preseason game against the Chargers, while the Saints travel to Dallas to face the Cowboys.

Coaching strategies

Los Angeles head coach Sean McVay continued his long‑standing practice of resting key players throughout the preseason, while the Saints have not yet played their presumed starters for the second straight game, focusing on West Coast training.

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