"Simpson is the first quarterback drafted in the first round by the Rams since 2016, when they selected Jared Goff with the No. 1 pick."
"Last season, Simpson, a fourth-year junior, passed for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns while leading the Crimson Tide to an 11-4 record."
"The Rams are looking beyond this season, when they are expected to be a favorite to play in Super Bowl LXI at SoFi Stadium."
"Simpson will have the luxury of being tutored by coach Sean McVay while sitting behind Stafford."
The Rams selected quarterback Simpson with the 13th pick in the first round, marking the first time since 2016 they drafted a quarterback in the first round. Last season, Simpson passed for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns, leading Alabama to an 11-4 record. With Matthew Stafford, the reigning NFL MVP, at 38 years old, the Rams are planning for the future. Simpson will benefit from being mentored by coach Sean McVay while serving as Stafford's backup.
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