The Los Angeles Rams had a plan to futureproof the quarterback position. They hid their intentions well during the spring before shocking the NFL by selecting Ty Simpson with the thirteenth overall pick.
But a plan—at least a good one—doesn’t stop at drafting a player.
We knew Simpson was a green prospect entering the draft. He looked as ready as you possibly could during the preseason. For someone who the consensus said needed time to develop, Simpson looked poised under pressure and kept the ball out of harm’s way during the exhibition games.
Through eight weeks Simpson has been a healthy scratch on game days.