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Friday, April 24, 2026
Is there anything wrong with how Les Snead ‘recruited’ Ty Simpson to the Rams?

Since NIL and the transfer portal changed the landscape of college football in 2020, people have been saying the NCAA is now more like the pros. But the way that Rams general manager Les Snead...

And the Oscar goes to ... Sean McVay: How the Rams head coach masked his feelings after the Ty Simpson pick

The Rams coach downplayed the moment publicly, a tone that matched the circumstances more than the selection

Les Snead may have quietly tipped Rams' hand on stunning Ty Simpson pick

The Los Angeles Rams' shocking decision to select Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round was low-key a long time coming.

The body language ‘experts’ are out for the Rams

Look, body language is real, and people can read it, but if you are saying you “know” what Sean McVay is thinking after the Los Angeles Rams selected Ty Simpson, you could be right, you very much...

Rams' connection to Ty Simpson’s dad might explain the most shocking reach in 2026 NFL Draft

Les Snead's relationship with Ty Simpson's father shined through when the Rams selected the Alabama QB with the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

As fans fume, NFL experts are elated over Rams Ty Simpson selection

Rams fans were openly disappointed at picking Ty Simpson at 13. But so many experts love the pick that perhaps fans are getting it all wrong.

L.A. Rams News: A totally normal draft night, nothing to see here

Come one come all to the day after what was a totally normal NFL Draft night. If you are fan of the Los Angeles Rams nothing to see her other than the Rams taking a quarterback in the first round...

Decoding Sean McVay's tense press conference reaction after Rams baffling Ty Simpson pick

McVay had an interesting reaction to the Rams taking a QB with the 13th pick

Rams run defense now faces 2nd epic challenge to overcome twice a year

Both Notre Dame running backs end up in the NFC West Division, and the Rams run defense will be put to the test four times a year.

Many view Sean McVay's post-draft body language as unhappiness over the pick

The Rams' post-draft press conference did not have the mood of a team that got its guy. Instead, it felt more like a shareholders' meeting over a business downturn.

Mel Kiper strongly criticizes Rams for surprising Ty Simpson pick at No. 13 overall

Mel Kiper was not a fan of this pick from the Rams.

Will Rams get even more aggressive after Ty Simpson pick?

The Los Angeles Rams’ selection of Ty Simpson flies in the face of the team’s “all in” approach at first glance. But what if taking Simpson opens up new avenues for LA to grow even more aggressive...

Rams should keep these 5 prospects in mind as NFL Draft resumes on Day 2

The Los Angeles Rams should keep these five prospects in mind on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft.

There's major Falcons irony with Rams' pick of Ty Simpson after Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. saga
Rams given head-scratching NFL Draft grade for shocking Ty Simpson pick

This was the surprise of the night.

The Rams improved their roster Thursday night

Is the Los Angeles Rams squad better after Round 1 of the NFL Draft? Yes, it is. They added a desirable quarterback to their roster. With Jimmy Garropollo potentially retiring, the Rams didn’t...

Sean McVay seemed somewhere else after Rams took Ty Simpson

Rams pick Ty Simpson and their coach's reaction says plenty.

2026 NFL Draft Round 1 takeaways: What we learned as Chiefs go defense, Rams target future QB

Round 1 delivered chaos in the NFL Draft from Kansas City's defensive statement to the Jets adding three rookie starters to their roster

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Rams were linked to Ty Simpson for months. Fans didn’t believe it.

The Rams left many fans stunned and speechless when they drafted Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in Thursday’s first round, a quarterback routinely graded as a day two prospect who might...

2026 NFL Draft winners and losers from Round 1: Jeremiyah Love cashes in, Rams pass on present for future

A running back is getting paid, and did the Rams tick off their head coach?

Kiper's winners, losers from Round 1: The Eagles and Cowboys got value, but what are the Rams doing?!

Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.

Why fans think Sean McVay isn't happy about Rams’ Ty Simpson pick after tense press conference

A stern-looking McVay has some fans convinced that the Rams coach didn't like his team's first-round pick decision.

Rams draft grades 2026: Grade LA’s selection of Ty Simpson at No. 13

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rams fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the...

Jay Glazer confirms what Rams fans were thinking about shocking Ty Simpson pick

The Los Angeles Rams seemingly have a clear vision for quarterback Ty Simpson after throwing everyone for a loop early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

5 interesting stats on new Rams QB Ty Simpson: Play-action prowess, ball security highlight the Alabama product's strengths

Here are five interesting stats on new Rams quarterback Ty Simpson after he was selected 13th overall by the Rams in the 2026 draft.

2026 NFL Draft: Best players available at Rams' positions of need heading into Day 2

What options could the Rams have at wide receiver, offensive line and linebacker on Day 2?

Three Takeaways from Day 1 of 2026 NFL Draft: Les Snead and Sean McVay on what Ty Simpson's selection means short-term and long-term for Rams' QB room, skillset and concept carryover from Alabama, 'still Matthew's team'

What we learned from Rams general manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay's press conference recapping the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

READ: Alabama QB Ty Simpson had 'no idea' he would be drafted by the Rams, but 'couldn't ask for a better situation'

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson on being the Rams' first-round draft pick.

NFL Draft 2026 winners & losers: Giants, Cowboys double-down in first round; Rams stun with Ty Simpson pick

The first 32 picks are in the books, but who won Round 1? Bill Bender identifies winners and loser from Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Dan Orlovsky victory dance over Ty Simpson selection annoys draft guru Mel Kiper

As Dan Orlovsky danced about the broadcast booth high-fiving colleagues, and annoyed Mel Kiper had to rain on his parade over Rams pick.

New Rams QB Ty Simpson among biggest NFL draft surprises

Titans select Ohio State WR Carnell Tate at 4,If you had a bet out on Tate being the first Ohio State player taken, you probably made some money. The

2026 NFL Draft grades, tracker: Rams earn high mark with selection of Ty Simpson

Mike Renner grades the first 32 picks of the 2026 NFL Draft

Don’t let anyone tell you Ty Simpson is a bad quarterback

I understand that the initial reaction to the Los Angeles Rams selecting Ty Simpson at 13th overall in the NFL Draft is gut wrenching development for a lot of fans. Matthew Stafford is a beloved...

Despite warnings of inexperience, Rams are perfect landing spot for Ty Simpson

Ty Simpson was hampered in his draft profile due to a lack of experience. But the Rams will sit him for a year, creating the perfect landing spot.

Rams fans react to Ty Simpson pick: ‘Crazy to me’

In one of the most surprising moves during the first round of the NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams selected quarterback Ty Simpson. The Rams, of course, have a knack for stealing headlines and they...

Trent McDuffie trade results: Rams picks used during 2026 NFL Draft by the Chiefs

The Los Angeles Rams made a huge blockbuster move this offseason, which has been quite par for the course, as they traded a draft haul for cornerback Trent McDuffie from the Kansas City Chiefs....

Rams take Simpson as likely Stafford successor

With the 13th pick, QB Ty Simpson went to the Rams, where he likely will be the successor to Matthew Stafford.

READ: 2026 Los Angeles Rams Draft Picks

Tracking each selection the Los Angeles Rams make in the 2026 NFL Draft

What Ty Simpson pick means for Matthew Stafford, Rams QB room as retirement question looms

Stafford is set to remain the starting quarterback for the 2026 season, but Simpson's addition will add a different layer to the Rams future.

Rams look to future: QB Ty Simpson selected No. 13 overall as heir apparent to Matthew Stafford

The Rams didn't wait for Day 2, grabbing Ty Simpson at No. 13 overall as a potential heir to MVP Matthew Stafford in Los Agneles

Rams take Ty Simpson as their Matthew Stafford heir apparent at QB in draft stunner

The Rams select Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson as the team looks at its future at the position beyond reigning MVP Matthew Stafford.

Bold Ty Simpson pick leaves Rams with an obvious Jimmy Garoppolo decision

The Rams decision over re-signing Jimmy Garoppolo was made at the 13th overall pick when LA selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson

Why Rams made stunning Ty Simpson draft pick instead of Makai Lemon at No. 13 overall

This was the first truly stunning pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Why did the Rams draft Ty Simpson? Los Angeles stuns fans by selecting Alabama QB to back up Matthew Stafford

The Rams pulled off a draft stunner on Thursday night, taking Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.

Rams draft results 2026: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama stats, awards, scouting report

This was the first left turn of the night, but Matt Stafford isn’t getting younger, and the Rams will need a quarterback after the veteran signal caller does retire. Apparently they hope that can...

Why Rams drafted Ty Simpson with No. 13 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams have made a shocking pick and selected Ty Simpson with the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's why.

Rams select QB Ty Simpson in 2026 NFL Draft

With the 13th pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams drafted quarterback Ty Simpson. The move is shocking to almost everybody as there was speculation that Simpson would fall to the...

Rams Draft QB Ty Simpson At No. 13

The Rams regularly see their own draft pick fall late in the first round, but armed with the Falcons’ selection (via a first-round trade last year), Los Angeles will use the mid-first-round real...

READ: Rams select QB Ty Simpson with 13th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft 

The Rams have selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

2026 NFL Draft: Ty Simpson taken No. 13 overall by Los Angeles Rams Live updates

The latest on the Alabama standout from Pittsburgh.

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