John Lynch questions Rams' selection of Ty Simpson with No. 13 draft pick

9 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 24

Lynch, the San Francisco 49ers GM, contrasted his approval of the Cardinals’ pick of Jeremiyah Love with skepticism toward the Rams’ choice of Simpson at No. 13 overall.
He noted Simpson’s limited college experience and suggested the pick was surprising given the Rams’ current win-now approach and presence of MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Simpson is expected to develop as a backup, with Lynch highlighting the unorthodox nature of high quarterback selections and referencing the 49ers’ own unconventional success with Brock Purdy.

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