Ty Simpson signs fully guaranteed rookie deal with Rams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Ty Simpson, former Alabama quarterback and 2026 NFL Draft No. 13 pick, has signed a fully guaranteed four-year rookie contract with the Los Angeles Rams ahead of training camp. The deal, worth $25.4 million, includes a $14.94 million signing bonus and a team option for a fifth year. The signing allows Simpson to focus on competing for playing time, especially as he vies for the backup quarterback role behind veteran Matthew Stafford. Simpson's successful tenure at Alabama, where he showcased significant talent and potential, has set high expectations for his NFL career. With the contract finalized, Simpson is now positioned for a critical summer of development and skill-building in the Rams' system.
- •Simpson was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •He signed a four-year, $25.4 million contract with the Rams.
- •Simpson will compete for the backup QB position behind Stafford.
- •The contract includes a fifth-year team option.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Former Alabama QB Ty Simpson Signs Fully Guaranteed Rookie Deal With Rams
- 6:17 PMNBCSports.com — Ty Simpson agrees to rookie deal with Rams - NBC Sports
"Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has officially put pen to paper on his first NFL contract, as the Los Angeles Rams finalized a fully guaranteed rookie deal with the former Crimson Tide signal-caller just in time for the start of training camp.NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that Simpson and the Rams agreed to terms […] The post Former Alabama QB Ty Simpson Signs Fully Guaranteed Rookie Deal With Rams appeared first on HEAVY.
"Rams quarterback Ty Simpson started the day as the only 2026 first-round pick without a contract, but that is set to change.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 10:08 PMFormer Alabama QB Ty Simpson Signs Fully Guaranteed Rookie Deal With Rams
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has officially put pen to paper on his first NFL contract, as the Los Angeles Rams finalized a fully guaranteed rookie deal with the former Crimson Tide signal-caller just in time for the start of training camp.NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that Simpson and the Rams agreed to terms […] The post Former Alabama QB Ty Simpson Signs Fully Guaranteed Rookie Deal With Rams appeared first on HEAVY.
- NBCSports.comJul 25, 2026, 6:17 PMTy Simpson agrees to rookie deal with Rams - NBC Sports
Rams quarterback Ty Simpson started the day as the only 2026 first-round pick without a contract, but that is set to change.
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