Rams' Ty Simpson Pick Sparks Controversy

0:00It's April 24th. This is Kansas News Today, AI-powered stories from your city. The Los Angeles Rams shocked everyone by grabbing quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Their deep and their Super Bowl window, chasing rings with Matthew Stafford, still slaying it like the MVP he just was. But they reached for a long-term project instead of a now-guy. Stafford's in the final talks for contract extension, and the Rams figure he could ball out next season or beyond. The ideal play here means Simpson chills on the bench for a couple years, letting the vets cook while building for the future. Fans and reporters caught head coach Sean McVey looking straight salty right after the pick hit. That bibes did our big time in the presser, sparking chatter across the league since McVey and GM list Sneed usually hyped their moves. Sneed jumped on the radio to clear the air, stressing he and McVey are locked in together on draft calls. They loop Stafford in ahead of time too, respecting his Hall of Fame run and aiming to maximize

1:03every minute with him on the roster. This marks just the second first rounder under McVey since 2017, their highest ever at 13, betting heavy on Simpson paying off down. The line, while they ride this contender wave.