The Los Angeles Rams have selected quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, per @AdamSchefter. The move addresses the long-term future of the quarterback position for the franchise as they navigate the 2026 offseason.
This selection marks a significant milestone in the team's drafting history. According to @AdamSchefter, the last two times the Rams have used a first-round pick on an offensive player, they have selected quarterbacks. Ty Simpson joins Jared Goff, who was taken No. 1 overall in 2016, as the only offensive players selected by the team in the first round during that span.
The Rams have frequently operated without first-round picks over the last several seasons due to various high-profile trades. By utilizing their premium capital on Simpson, the organization is making a clear investment in the offensive side of the ball. Simpson will now join a system led by head coach Sean McVay as the team looks to build upon its current roster depth.
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