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Instead of getting a player to help them win now in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Rams picked Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round. With Matthew Stafford getting up there in age, it's understandable, but a lot of their fan base was certainly hoping for a player that could have provided a year one impact for the team.
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Rams drafted Simpson in first round; curious pick given Stafford still playing.

The Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The source notes this was a curious decision given Matthew Stafford's age, though the move makes some sense for long-term planning. However, the source indicates many Rams fans were hoping for a player that could provide year-one impact.

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