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Rams' Bold QB Pick, Cowboys' Defense Boost, Jets' Athletic Haul

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The Los Angeles Rams made a bold move in the first round of the draft, selecting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at pick number thirteen. Simpson, a talented pocket passer, fits Sean McVays scheme but is considered a reach due to his size and limited college starts. The Cowboys, on the other hand, nailed their defense rebuild by trading up for Ohio State safety Caleb Downs and snagging UCF edge rusher Malachi Lawrence. The Jets went athletic with three first-rounders, while linemen dominated the early picks. The draft had a snappier pace, with eight minutes per pick, and set the stage for a class full of projection over proven stars.

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Rams' Bold QB Pick, Cowboys' Defense Boost, Jets' Athletic Haul

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rams' Bold QB Pick, Cowboys' Defense Boost, Jets' Athletic Haul. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's April 24th, NFL News. Today starts now, AI-powered and game ready. The Denver Broncos skip the first round of the 2026 NFL draft on Thursday night, and now they're set for one pick Friday evening plus. Six more on Saturday. Those could shift with trades, but their biggest needs stay tight end, running back and inside linebacker. They'll start Friday at the 60 second spot in the second round, then hit day three with two fourth round selections right away. General manager George Payton and coach Sean Payton have options galore since key targets remain on the board. Fans are buzzing because players like Vanderbilt, Titan, Eli Stowers, Missouri defensive mime and Chris McClellan, and Washington running back Jonah. Coleman are still available, matching what many Mox had for Denver. Last year's draft class brought in cornerback Jade Baron, running back RJ Harvey, and others to build depth. Our latest mock projects, Stowers to them in round two, McClellan and Coleman in round

four, then linebacker Justin Jefferson in five, followed by three seventh rounders, offensive lineman Fa Lilly Fa Amoe, defensive back Lorenzo styles, and guard Garrett DeGeorgio. Keep an eye on Broncos' wire as Payton and Payton shaped this class. There'll be the moves that turn the tide next season.

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