The Rams got the backup quarterback they wanted in Ty Simpson. Perhaps more importantly, they prevented a certain NFC rival from picking him up for themselves.
Simpson came out of the 2026 NFL draft as one of the most oft-talked about picks, in part because of Rams coach Sean McVay’s viral reaction to the selection. Even though Los Angeles risked a No. 13 pick to draft him, the organization reportedly liked Simpson’s tape and clearly thought he was talented enough to come off the board as the QB2 behind Fernando Mendoza.
