Rams' Simpson Pick: Genius or Gamble?

0:00On April 24th, the Los Angeles Rams kicked off the 2026 NFL draft by snagging Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at the number 13 spot in the first round. He's seen as the second best QB in this class, but nobody figured he'd slide into the top half that quick. Rams' GM-less need and coach Sean McVey grabbed him as a potential heir to Matthew Stafford, who's still balling out. The move shifts from chasing a title run to building that long-term bridge at the position. Reactions from the pundits are all over the map. CBS Sports dropped in A grade, praising Simpson's pocket smarts, quick feet and cannon arm, despite some injury hiccups last year. Others weren't as hyped. USA Today gave a C, calling it a stretch for an undersized guy with limited starts, though the Rams track record earned some trust. Yahoo hit him with an F, ripping the pick as a wild overreach on traits that don't match elite QBs like Stafford. Asbury Parks said B, and for the Winni-D, questioning the value at 13 in a May draft.

1:03This one's got folks debating if his genius foresight or reaching too far. Either way, Simpson sits behind Stafford, learning the ropes could be the smooth handover the Rams need, or a draft gamble that tests their scouting. Aye.