Not Matthew Stafford, but his wife texted new LA Rams star Ty Simpson

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Ty Simpson hasn’t even taken a snap for the Los Angeles Rams yet, but he’s already hearing from inside the franchise.

And interestingly, the first message didn’t come from Matthew Stafford himself. It came from someone just as connected to the team’s culture.

That small moment says a lot about how Simpson is being welcomed into his new situation.

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Ty Simpson reveals a message from Matthew Stafford’s wife

Speaking in a clip shared by Arash Markazi, Simpson shared that his first outreach came from Kelly Stafford rather than the Rams quarterback.

“Kelly has actually texted me on Instagram and welcomed me and told me to hit her up if we need anything but I can’t wait to talk to Matthew.

“I’m super ecstatic because I just want to pick his brain,” Simpson said.

The moment stands out because it highlights how quickly Simpson has been embraced, even before officially stepping into the building. It also reflects the kind of environment the Rams have built around their veteran quarterback.

For a rookie entering a complex offensive system, those early connections matter more than they might seem on the surface.

Why Matthew Stafford’s mentorship could define Simpson’s development

Simpson’s excitement about eventually speaking with Stafford points to the bigger picture behind this situation.

The Rams didn’t draft him to start immediately. With Stafford still leading the offense, Simpson is expected to develop behind one of the league’s most experienced quarterbacks.