Rams Draft Ty Simpson: Future Franchise QB

0:00On April 24th, the Los Angeles Rams just made their first big move toward life after Matt Stafford, snagging Ty Simpson in the draft as their top, quarterback prospect. This 6 foot 2, 211 pound gunslinger from Alabama lit up the field in college, especially in his final year with A. 64.5 completion rate, 3567 passing yards, 28 touchdowns through the air, plus 93 rushing yards and two scores on the ground. He earned second team all SEC honors showing he's got starter potential. Earlier this week, draft experts rank Simpson as a top 2 quarterback in his class, even calling him more NFL ready than some flashy names like Fernando Mendoza. His mechanics are super consistent, throw after throw, making him a reliable pick who won't wow with ceiling, but delivers a solid floor as a game. Manager, fans and analysts are buzzing because Stafford is getting up there in age and the

1:00Rams need a bridge. Simpson's not an instant star. He only started one full college season, but his pocket awareness and quick feet help him dodge pressure and pick up. First downs on scrambles. That said, he can get jittery if the pass rush comes hot early and he'll need patient coaching to develop behind Stafford. No con by numbers yet, but his tape shows enough arm talent and smarts to stick. Rams brass sees him as that steady hand to groom into a franchise guy, keeping their offense humming long term without missing a beat.