LAR Ty Simpson
NFL player. Position: QB. Team: LAR (Los Angeles Rams).
Quick Facts
- Position: QB
- Team: LAR (Los Angeles Rams)
- Bye week (2026): 11
- College: Alabama
2026 Outlook
Second-ranked QB in the 2026 rookie fantasy dynasty rankings behind Fernando Mendoza. Drafted by the Rams with elite arm talent and pedigree from Alabama. Simpson competes with veteran backup Stetson Bennett for the backup role behind Matthew Stafford as part of the Rams' long-term QB development plan. As of late June, neither Simpson nor Bennett has separated from the backup role, keeping both roster spots on the line. With Jimmy Garoppolo headed toward retirement, the backup position is wide open. Simpson's biggest opportunity: Stafford (38 years old, MVP in 2025) could retire in a few seasons, making the backup a future starter-in-waiting (per Stetson Bennett without separation in backup QB competition - UGA Wire). In dynasty leagues, his long-term prospects playing in McVay's elite passing offense make him "far more attractive" than in redraft formats where he has virtually no fantasy value as a rookie backup (per 2026 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, Tight Ends - Sports Illustrated). McVay's track record developing young talent and the Rams' proven offensive system position Simpson favorably for eventual NFL success if the starter role opens within 2-3 years.
July 3 organizational endorsement: Jerome Bettis, NFL Hall of Famer and former Ram, publicly endorsed the Simpson pick as sound organizational strategy. Bettis argued that championship teams must draft for depth at the QB position—a lesson he contrasted with the Pittsburgh Steelers' failure to develop a post-Ben Roethlisberger succession plan. Bettis cited successful historical precedent: Patrick Mahomes sitting behind Alex Smith (Kansas City) and Aaron Rodgers behind Brett Favre (Green Bay) both resulted in championship windows. The Rams' all-in 2026 roster (with recent Myles Garrett acquisition) positions Simpson's heir-apparent status as prudent long-term management. Simpson's dynasty value depends on Stafford's durability and whether the Rams extend their championship window beyond the 38-year-old MVP (per NFL Legend, Former Ram Says Ty Simpson Pick was 'Right Thing').
Role / Depth Chart
Backup to Matthew Stafford. Dynasty prospects depend on Stafford's injury history and whether the Rams commit to Simpson long-term. Will likely get limited 2026 playing time while learning McVay's system.
Injury Status
No reported injuries.
Recent News
- 2026-07-03 — NFL Legend, Former Ram Says Ty Simpson Pick was ‘Right Thing’ (NFL Legend, Former Ram Says Ty Simpson Pick was ‘Right Thing’)
- 2026-04-24 — Three Takeaways from Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft: Les Snead and Sean McVay on adding TE... (Three Takeaways from Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft: Les Snead and Sean McVay on adding TE...)
- 2026-06-26 — Stetson Bennett without separation in backup QB competition (Stetson Bennett without separation in backup QB competition - UGA Wire)
- 2026-04-23 — NFC Notes: Ty Simpson, Makai Lemon, Cardinals Draft Plans, Falcons, Rams Draft Plans (NFC Notes: Ty Simpson, Makai Lemon, Cardinals Draft Plans, Falcons, Rams Draft Plans)
- 2026-04-23 — Rams QB depth chart updated after drafting Ty Simpson to back up Matthew Stafford (Rams QB depth chart updated after drafting Ty Simpson to back up Matthew Stafford)
- 2026-05-14 — Rams 90-Man Roster Player Preview: Where Does Stetson Bennett Fit After Ty Simpson Pick? (Rams 90-Man Roster Player Preview: Where Does Stetson Bennett Fit After Ty Simpson Pick?)
- 2026-06-25 — 2026 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, Tight Ends (2026 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, Tight Ends - Sports Illustrated)
Open Questions
- When will Matthew Stafford be phased out and Simpson get a realistic path to starting?
- Can Simpson master McVay's complex passing system as a learning backup?