Until we get to see Stidham in extended action, it is tough to gauge anything on him. He did play well in the 2019 preseason, completing 61-of-90 passes for 731 yards (8.1 per attempt), four touchdowns and one interception (102.6 passer rating).
Taylor seems like a good bet to start the season in front of sixth overall pick Justin Herbert, especially with the rookie getting minimal practice time to make a play for the job.
Soon to be 31 years old, Taylor is not much more than an athletic game manager.