GMFB reacts to Los Angeles Rams selecting Ty Simpson in 2026 NFL Draft

10 articles · Updated · NFL.com · Apr 24

The Los Angeles Rams chose quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
GMFB analysts discuss Simpson’s potential fit with the Rams’ offense and the implications for the team’s quarterback depth chart.
The Rams’ decision marks a significant move in their roster strategy, as teams across the league continue to shape their lineups through the 2026 draft.

Is Ty Simpson a future franchise quarterback or just a high-priced insurance policy?

Can Sean McVay’s system mask the flaws that made Ty Simpson a controversial first-round pick?

Does this pick signal the end of the Rams' aggressive, 'win-now' team-building strategy?

Why did the Rams break a 59-year-old NFL trend by drafting a quarterback after an MVP season?

Did the Rams waste a first-round pick on a backup for a Super Bowl contender?