A pro-style pocket passer with top-tier arm talent who proved his resilience by leading the Crimson Tide to the College Football Playoff despite facing high pressure.
— The Los Angeles Rams made a bold move for the future, selecting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. extreme ty
Despite having immediate needs on the roster, the Rams drafted the 6'2", 210-pound junior to serve as the successor to Matthew Stafford. Simpson, widely considered the second-best quarterback in the 2026 class behind No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza (Raiders), brings high-level SEC experience to Los Angeles. A pro-style pocket passer with top-tier arm talent