The 3 Words Sean McVay Said About Stetson Bennett That Should Put the NFC West on Alert

Alright, 12s, buckle up because we've got some news dropping from down south that could actually impact our season. We’re talking about the Rams, our division rivals, and their backup quarterback situation. Yeah, I know, snooze fest, right? But hold on. Sean McVay, the Rams’ head coach, just dropped a bomb about Stetson Bennett, and honestly, it’s got me raising an eyebrow. He said he’s seen “tremendous growth” from the kid, and for a coach like McVay to say that, you gotta pay attention.

McVay’s Hype Train for the Backup QB?

So, what’s the deal? Matthew Stafford’s offseason work has been limited, which meant Stetson Bennett got way more reps than he probably ever expected. And apparently, he’s made the most of it. McVay, speaking via Stu Jackson from the team website, was absolutely gushing, saying he’s “proud of him.” He specifically pointed to Bennett “earning the confidence of his teammates in terms of commanding the huddle” and doing “a lot of good stuff in terms of reading with his feet.” This isn't just generic coach-speak, folks. That’s specific praise about leadership and playmaking, which are big deals for a quarterback. The associate coordinator and quarterbacks coach, Dave Ragone, also got a shout-out for doing a “good job with those guys.” It sounds like Bennett has really put in the work over the last couple of weeks.

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A Secret Weapon Brewing in LA?

Remember Stetson Bennett? The Rams drafted him in the fourth round back in 2023. He still hasn’t actually made his regular-season debut, so he’s been a bit of an unknown. With Jimmy Garoppolo still a free agent and reportedly contemplating retirement, and the Rams drafting Ty Simpson in the first round this year, it looked like Bennett might be an afterthought. But McVay’s comments suggest something different. He explicitly stated that Bennett could actually end up being the backup to Stafford, ahead of Simpson. “Tremendous growth” and “a really good last couple of weeks” could mean the Rams think they’ve got a diamond in the rough. You never want to see a rival develop depth, especially at QB, because injuries happen, and having a solid backup can make or break a season. For our Seahawks, every bit of strength the Rams gain is something we have to counter.

So, while our Hawks under Mike Macdonald are laser-focused on our own grind with Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the crew, we also need to keep one eye on what our rivals are doing. If Bennett has truly turned a corner, this could add another layer of challenge when we face the Rams. We’ll be looking for any edge, and hoping our guys are making similar “tremendous growth” as we push forward.

This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.