Rams' Ty Simpson Pick: Long Game Bet

0:00On April 24th, the Los Angeles Rams shocked some folks by grabbing Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the first round. Of the NFL draft, head coach Sean McVay didn't light up the room with the usual hype, looking more subdued than pumped, which had everyone buzzing online. Turns out, insider Saimig Bay was totally on board with the choice, but he played it cool on purpose. He wanted to keep the spotlight on veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford, the 38-year-old league MVP, who still got gas in the tank. Plus, the Rams brass-figured hyping Simpson too early might drive up trade cause before they snagged him. Fans and analysts called it a headscratcher, since Simpson was pegged as a second-round guy, by many mocks, like around the 34th spot. He's a one-year starter who led his team to the SEC title in playoffs, but question marks linger on his readiness. Sources close to the team insist there was no debate. They saw elite traits in Simpson, comparing him to the top pick quarterback when first overall.

1:01Even with the Rams won win from the Super Bowl last year, they bet on the future over a quick fix player. Now Simpson gets to learn under one of the game's best minds in McVay, setting up a smooth bridge, one Stafford hangs it up. The Rams are playing the long game, and this pick could pay off big down the line. I'm Cory with the story, and you've been listening to NFL News today, AI-powered football coverage.