Rams Asked Ty Simpson to Lie at 2026 NFL Draft — Here’s Why
Summary
Ty Simpson, a newly drafted quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, revealed he had secret meetings with the team’s coach and general manager before the 2026 NFL Draft. The Rams asked him to pretend they were not interested in him to avoid other teams drafting him earlier.Key Facts
- Ty Simpson was picked 13th overall by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Simpson initially said he had not met with Rams coach Sean McVay or GM Les Snead before the draft.
- Later, Simpson admitted to having several secret meetings with McVay and Snead before the draft.
- The Rams asked Simpson to act like they were not interested in him to prevent other teams from picking him early.
- Les Snead confirmed he was present during meetings where McVay and Simpson discussed football strategies in depth.
- Matthew Stafford is still the Rams’ starting quarterback and reigning MVP.
- Simpson is expected to take over as the Rams’ starting quarterback whenever Stafford retires.
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