Rams Eyeing QB Ty Simpson in Draft

0:00On April 23rd, the Los Angeles Rams are scrambling for a back-up quarterback behind Matthew Stafford, now that Jimmy Garabolo is mulling retirement. Earlier this week, reports surface that the team skipped free agency moves and back Garabolo's decision, leaving a real gap on the depth chart. The 2026 draft class looks thin at quarterback, with Alabama's tie Simpson standing out after the top projected pick, Simpson's a polarizing guy, some see first-round potential, others pay him for the second or third round because of his limited college starts. Lead Buzz has the Rams linked to Simpson, especially since they eyed him around their old 29th overall pick before trading it for A. Cornerback, sources say he'd fit Sean McVey's offense like a glove, drawing comps to Brock Party smarts, Kurt Cousin's precision, and Baker Mayfield's wheels. New reports from insiders like Anne Rappaport and Albert Breer confirmed the interest. Simpson's dad even chatted with Rams' GM-less need, who called his.

1:01Sun a legit first-round talent, teams like the jets and cardinals are in the mix too, but those need connections go way back. As the draft kicks off Thursday, the Rams hold the 13th and 61st picks, so trading back or maneuvering for Simpson isn't off the table. With a real need this year, unlike the last couple drafts, this could be their zig when everyone else lags on quarterbacks.