Getty The Los Angeles Rams planned for a future after Matthew Stafford.
The Los Angeles Rams’ decision to draft Ty Simpson 13th overall in the 2026 draft was as much about Matthew Stafford as it was the incoming rookie passer.
Stafford turned 38 in February, is heading into his 18th NFL season, and dealt with a back injury that sidelined him during the offseason program and training camp before he went on to have a regular season for the ages.
However, the Rams did not ignore the harsh reality of the situation.
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