US EditionCoach McVay Never Met QB Simpson Before Rams Made Him First-Round Pick
Sean McVay said the Rams remain Matthew Stafford’s team, while Les Snead framed Ty Simpson as a succession plan.
- On Thursday, the Los Angeles Rams selected Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a young passer to a roster led by veteran starter Matthew Stafford.
- Simpson had "really brief" contact with the team, meeting only with scouts in Alabama; he told reporters Thursday he had "really no clue" the team would draft him, never having previously spoken to General Manager Les Snead.
- While General Manager Les Snead appeared enthused about the selection, Head Coach Sean McVay displayed a muted demeanor during the press conference, having previously noted he liked other options at the 13th pick.
- Head Coach Sean McVay emphasized that "Let's make one thing clear: this is Matthew's team," noting Simpson will compete with Stetson Bennett for the backup role behind Stafford.
- Fans expressed mixed reactions to the selection, with some noting Simpson only started 15 games in college; despite the criticism, the Rams maintain the pick is a long-term strategy for the franchise's future.
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