Before the 2026 NFL Draft, Ty Simpson had a tough choice to make. He could stay in college or enter the draft and go pro. After thinking it through, the Alabama quarterback decided to leave Tuscaloosa and start his NFL journey.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Simpson’s family received guidance from well-connected NFL figures during this process. His father, Jason Simpson spoke with Les Snead, the general manager of the Los Angeles Rams while making the decision.
“When Ty Simpson was trying to decide whether or not he should come out of Alabama and enter the draft, his father consulted with, among other people, Les Snead, the GM of the Rams, who told him Ty was, in fact, a first-rounder. Could the Rams, maybe in a trade-back situation, be looking at Simpson? We shall see.”
The Los Angeles Rams currently hold the No 13 overall pick. While many mock drafts link them to USC wide receiver Makai Lemon, Rapoport’s report suggests Simpson could still be in play.
There is also speculation that the Rams could trade back into the first round if they want to select Simpson which would be one of the biggest surprises of draft night.
This approach would not be unusual for the Rams who are known for aggressive draft moves. General manager Les Snead once famously wore a shirt reading “f*** them picks” after the team won the Super Bowl which highlights their willingness to trade picks for impact players.
Simpson has already met with the Rams during the pre-draft process. If selected by Los Angeles, he could spend time developing behind veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford, who is under contract for one more season.
The team is also led by head coach Sean McVay who is widely regarded as one of the top offensive minds in the NFL. This is a great opportunity for Simpson who was only a full-time starter at Alabama for one season.
