Rams depth chart reveals four tight ends and Bennett as Stafford’s backup

The Los Angeles Rams have released their first unofficial depth chart for the 2026 season on Wednesday, providing an early glimpse into the roster composition ahead of final cuts scheduled for 30 August. The document, which serves as a preliminary snapshot of the team’s strategic direction, confirms Matthew Stafford’s position as the No. 1 quarterback while introducing notable shifts in personnel rankings across several positions.

At the quarterback position, the chart offers clarity on the backup hierarchy. Stetson Bennett is listed as the No. 2 quarterback, a role he is widely expected to secure due to his prior NFL experience and performance relative to Ty Simpson, who is listed as the third-stringer. Matthew Caldwell rounds out the group as the fourth quarterback, reinforcing the coaching staff’s preference for Bennett in the immediate term.

The most distinct structural feature of the chart is the treatment of the tight end position, where four players are listed as co-starters. Tyler Higbee and Davis Allen share one starting spot, while Colby Parkinson and Terrance Ferguson share the other. This configuration signals a firm commitment to 13 personnel packages and suggests a reluctance by the coaching staff to establish a clear pecking order among the group before the season begins.

In the backfield, 2025 fourth-round pick Jarquez Hunter is listed as the No. 4 running back behind Ronnie Rivers. This ranking raises questions regarding his roster security, particularly if the team decides to carry only three running backs on the initial 53-man roster. While Rivers’ special teams value may justify a four-back roster, Hunter’s position on the chart indicates he must deliver strong performances in the remaining preseason games to secure his spot.

Defensive and special teams alignments also show specific preferences. Josh Wallace is listed ahead of Cam Lampkin at cornerback, maintaining his role primarily as a nickel defender in the slot despite his previous experience at safety. Additionally, Konata Mumpfield is named the No. 2 punt returner, displacing Kyren Williams from that role on the initial list. The depth chart remains unofficial and subject to change as the team prepares for the final roster reductions.