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Rams take Ty Simpson at No. 13 in 2026 NFL Draft stunner
- On Thursday, the Los Angeles Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, positioning him as the heir apparent to reigning MVP Matthew Stafford.
- Simpson started just 15 games for the Crimson Tide, completing 64.5 percent of his passes for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns during his lone season as a starter.
- NFL scout Damian Parson noted that while Simpson's early games displayed his potential, "injuries, roster flaws, and defenses adjusting to his strengths highlighted his youth down the stretch."
- Head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead view the 23-year-old as a developmental project, hoping time behind Stafford will refine Simpson's college skills.
- Uncertainty persists regarding whether Stafford intends to play beyond the 2026 season, though the Rams secured a long-term successor while remaining Super Bowl contenders.
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Rams make surprise first-round move, take Alabama QB Ty Simpson – Democratic Accent
One of the most intriguing stories entering the first round of the NFL Draft was where Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson might land. Well, fans got their answer sooner than they expected. The Los Angeles Rams surprisingly selected Simpson with the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The selection isn’t completely out of left field and is arguably the best-case scenario for Simpson. The Rams have Matthew Stafford as their starter for 2026, but Staffo…
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right8Center15Last UpdatedBias Distribution41% Left
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C 38%
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