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Rams Draft Ty Simpson: Stafford's New Backup
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The Los Angeles Rams made a surprise move in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Ty Simpson as Matthew Staffords backup quarterback. Simpson, a 23-year-old Alabama product, was not on everyones radar, including the Rams head coach and general manager. The Rams kept pre-draft meetings secretive to avoid competition from other teams. Stafford, who was looped in early, is excited to mentor the rookie. Simpson had a successful senior year at Alabama, earning a Manning Award finalist nod. The Rams QB room is now stacked with Stafford leading, Simpson backing up, and Stetson Bennett rounding it out, setting LA up for another deep playoff run.
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