Rams Draft QB Ty Simpson 13th Overall Amid Stafford Succession Talk

The Los Angeles Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. This high-profile move sparked internal tension and external mockery from 49ers GM John Lynch. The team, however, maintains a long-term strategy, noting a real chance for veteran Matthew Stafford to play beyond 2026. Simpson is eager to learn under the veteran, and head coach Sean McVay has moved to downplay reports of friction, fully embracing the organization's developmental plan for the rookie.