Rams' Secret Meetings with Simpson

0:00It's April 28th. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI, your gridiron update. I'm Cory with the story. Sean McVeigh, one of the top coaches in the NFL, held secret meetings with Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson ahead of the 2026 draft. The Los Angeles Rams kept it all hush hush and then snag Simpson with the number 13 overall pick. Simpson spilled the details on ESPN radio with Ian Fitzsimons, saying they tried to stay under the radar as long as possible. He knew the Rams were into him, but wanted privacy on their interest. Fans and league folks are buzzing because McVeigh's reputation makes any move like this a big deal. It shows how teams scout quietly to avoid tipping off rivals. Simpson stuck to the script during those meets, not letting on to anyone. Now that it's out, it highlights the behind the scenes games in the draft process. This Nicki strategy paid off for the Rams, setting up what could be a fresh chapter for their offense under McVeigh's lead.