Rams Draft Ty Simpson: McVay's Long-Term QB

0:00It's April 24th, from Breaking News to Sunday Matchups. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. The Los Angeles Rams made waves in the NFL draft by grabbing Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with a 13th overall pick. League executives are calling it a smart move because Simpson's style meshes perfectly with coach Sean McBase offense. He's a quick thinker who reads, defences, pre-snap, with smooth footwork and solid accuracy for a West Coast system. He's just 23 and always started 15 games at Alabama after sitting behind guys like Bryce Young and Jalen Noreau. He needs time to adjust to pro speed and schemes, and luckily, the Rams have Matthew Stafford locked in as their MVP quarterback. At 38, Stafford still sharp despite injuries, buying Simpson years to develop without pressure. Execs and coaches raved about the fit, saying McVeigh will maximize his potential, but they're mixed on his grade. MC first round starter upside.

1:00Like Brock Purdy, others pay him a second or third round talent with injury risks from a back issue and elbow problem last year. His play dipped late, especially under pressure. The Rams jumped early because they targeted him as Stafford's successor. The second quarterback, McVeigh's ever drafted. No rush to start him, means avoiding pitfalls, like getting thrown in too soon on a desperate team, and McVeigh's job security lets him sit Simpson as. This landing spot sets Simpson up for long term success, signaling McVeigh's in it for the long haul with a contender rebuild. If he pans out, opponents will regret letting him slide to 13.