Rams Secure Future QB, Simpson's Path Clears

0:00It's April 27th. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI tracking teams, players, and standings. Ram snagged quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the draft, but his dad Jason is dropping some real talk. He told Fox Sports that teens picking before the Rams had eyes on his son, and even some after were ready to jump if he slid. Earlier this week, ESPN's Peter Schrager backed that up, saying the Rams rushed the pick because they feared the Arizona Cardinals trading back into. The first round for Simpson right after grabbing their guy at number three. Fans and analysts are buzzing, but the real impact hits for LA. They've got their quarterback of the future locked in, and now the focus shifts to grooming him behind veteran Matthew Stafford. New details from Jason Highlight teams on both sides of the Rams were circling, adding weight to why LA pulled the trigger when they did. Bottom line. The Rams landed their prize, and Simpson's path to starter looks clearer than ever as development ramps up.