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McVay responds to rumors of being upset about Simpson pick
TL;DR
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay trended on social media after the team drafted QB Ty Simpson 13th overall. Contrary to expectations, McVay appeared dejected during the announcement, sparking rumors about his feelings regarding the pick.
Key points
- Sean McVay trended on social media after the NFL Draft.
- The Rams drafted Ty Simpson 13th overall.
- McVay appeared dejected when welcoming Simpson.
- Rumors arose about McVay's feelings regarding the pick.
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Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay looks on during NFC Championship Game against the Seattle Seahawks, on Sunday January 25, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
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Los Angeles Rams Head Coach Sean McVay was trending on social media after the first round of the NFL Draft Thursday.
After his team drafted Alabama QB Ty Simpson at 13th overall, one would expect maybe McVay was trending because of an emotional phone call with Simpson, or a video of him celebrating in the draft room. The reality was quite the opposite however. McVay was trending because of his lack of enthusiasm after the pick, looking and sounding dejected when welcoming Simpson to LA.
In a press conference with GM Les Snead Friday, after opening with a joking remark, asking the room if he seemed angry or not, McVay addressed the rumors that he was unhappy with, or not in the know about the pick.
âThe one thing that would never be doubted is we couldnât be any more lockstep in every decision that we make. I get my demeanor last night, but weâre excited about it,â said McVay.
Ramsâ MVP and Super Bowl winning QB Matthew Stafford announced he would return for another season after the disappointing ending to their 2025 campaign, much to the delight of the fans. With that return also came an expectation that the Rams would use their first round pick at a position of more immediate need, like receiver or EDGE, leading to shock in the fanbase after seeing the pick.
Elaborating on his demeanor, McVay got real about how he was feeling following the first round of the Draft.
âWell, there were other things that had nothing to do with that, which thatâs normal life. The main thing was⊠I couldnât be more excited about being able to add him,â said McVay.
Social media users were calling out the Super Bowl winning coach, some in a joking manner, and some seriously, after his very short and to the point remarks about the pick, as well as his less-than-thrilled phone call with Simpson himself.
McVay chalks it up to something else going on that was affecting him, but shuts down all rumors of not knowing about the pick, and being upset about it. He then painted the scene of the Ramsâ future beautifully.
Q&A
Why was Sean McVay trending after the NFL Draft?
Sean McVay trended due to his lack of enthusiasm and dejected demeanor when welcoming Ty Simpson after the Rams drafted him 13th overall.
Who did the Los Angeles Rams draft in the first round of the NFL Draft?
The Los Angeles Rams drafted Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick.
What were the reactions to McVay's demeanor during the draft?
Reactions to McVay's demeanor were mixed, with many interpreting his lack of enthusiasm as a sign of being upset about the Simpson pick.
What position does Ty Simpson play?
Ty Simpson plays quarterback.
