NFL Catchup: Simpson Stars, Mendoza Struggles, Seahawks Extend Star & Gabriel Shows Out

The final week of the NFL preseason is underway, with several quarterbacks using Thursday’s games to build momentum ahead of the regular season. Los Angeles Rams rookie Ty Simpson led three scoring drives against the Los Angeles Chargers, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and a touchdown, while adding 11 yards on the ground. The team still has not officially named a backup behind MVP Matthew Stafford. Las Vegas Raiders first overall pick Fernando Mendoza struggled again, throwing his second straight interception and going 7 of 14 for 57 yards. Cleveland’s Dillon Gabriel delivered for the Browns, completing 12 of 15 passes for 186 yards and three touchdowns versus the New England Patriots. In contract news, the Seattle Seahawks agreed to a three-year, $90 million extension for quarterback Geno Smith, increasing the quarterback market value across the league.