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Rams were right to not wait for 2027 QB class

The Los Angeles Rams drafted quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick this year and that was probably higher than any other team would have taken the inexperienced Alabama signal-caller, but the reason Les Snead did it was: Opportunity.…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Rams were right to not wait for 2027 QB class
Key Things to Know
  • Kenneth Arthur argues the Rams were justified in drafting Ty Simpson rather than waiting for the 2027 quarterback class.
  • The Rams drafted Simpson at 13th overall and later traded their 2027 first-round pick for Myles Garrett.
  • Arthur contends that heavily hyped 2027 prospects, including Arch Manning and Dante Moore, have seen their draft stock fall.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kenneth Arthur argues that the Los Angeles Rams made the right move by drafting quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick rather than waiting for the 2027 draft class. He contends that general manager Les Snead capitalized on opportunity, particularly after trading their 2027 first-round pick for Myles Garrett.

The writer criticizes past hype surrounding the 2027 quarterback prospects, asserting that players like Arch Manning and Dante Moore have underperformed expectations or battled injuries. Arthur highlights that draft projections for top prospects have plummeted, suggesting the Rams secured a better developmental path by taking Simpson early.

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