Rams Draft Ty Simpson: Future QB Lock

0:00On April 24th, the Los Angeles Rams just grabbed Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL. Draft. General manager Les Needs saw the perfect fit for their offense even if some analysts questioned his readiness that high. This move locks in a young arm for the future. Signs pointed to this pick for weeks, especially with Matthew Stafford aging, Jimmy Garoppolo and Stetson Bennett situations unclear, ramping up the knee for a franchise guy right now. Analysts are hyped. Lewis Riddick said the Rams loved him. Dan Orlovsky raved about his film despite limited starts and even Kurt Warner backs it. Fans give relief to, knowing Simpson sits a year behind Stafford, soaking up pro knowledge in an ideal spot. Rams stay pragmatic, ignoring talk of a deeper quarterback class in 2027 since they draft late anyway. Simpson was there and with key contracts expiring end of next season, they couldn't pass.

1:00Expect more roster shakes as those deals run out. This is just the opener for big changes ahead in Rams house.