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the selection of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in this year's draft, a team source previously told The Athletic, because it left free the team's 2027 draft picks in a league that widely values this upcoming draft as much stronger than the 2026 edition

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Rams draft Alabama QB Simpson at 13th pick to preserve stronger 2027 draft.

Alabama quarterback selected by Rams with the 13th pick in the 2026 draft. The selection was made strategically to preserve the team's 2027 draft picks in a league that widely values the 2027 draft as much stronger than the 2026 edition, allowing the Rams to maintain flexibility for future roster construction while pursuing a Super Bowl window with two-time DPOY Myles Garrett and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie on defense.

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