Rams rookie Ty Simpson embraces learning from Matthew Stafford

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Rams rookie Ty Simpson embraces learning from Matthew Stafford
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Ty Simpson, selected 13th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, is adjusting to life as a Los Angeles Rams quarterback. He acknowledges the support of veteran Matthew Stafford and Stetson Bennett as instrumental in his development. Simpson humorously noted that his many questions might be annoying to them but appreciates their guidance. His goal is to evolve into the starting quarterback role in coming years, following Stafford's eventual retirement. Simpson had a productive college career, completing 64.5% of his passes for the Alabama Crimson Tide in 2025.

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  • Ty Simpson was drafted 13th by the Rams in 2026.
  • Simpson values the guidance from Matthew Stafford and Stetson Bennett.
  • He aims to be the starting quarterback in a few years.
  • Simpson had an impressive season at Alabama, throwing 28 TDs.
  • He humorously acknowledges he may annoy his mentors.
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  • 11:45 AMYahoo SportsRams rookie Ty Simpson jokes he's probably annoying Matthew Stafford
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Ty Simpson is happy to be in a room with Matthew Stafford to ask him tons of questions.

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