Rams coach Sean McVay went viral for his lack of enthusiasm during a press conference discussing the team's surprising draft pick, quarterback Ty Simpson. Despite the excitement surrounding the Rams' potential, McVay's demeanor raised questions about the selection.
Key points
Sean McVay showed little enthusiasm in a press conference
Rams selected quarterback Ty Simpson in the NFL draft
Ty Simpson was considered a surprising choice by analysts
McVay reaffirmed that Matthew Stafford is the team's leader
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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay speaking at the NFL Annual League Meeting, Image 2 shows Les Snead has excelled in the NFL draft despite not having a first-round pick in four of the last five years, Image 3 shows Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson puts on a Los Angeles Rams hat
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay speaking at the NFL Annual League Meeting, Image 2 shows Les Snead has excelled in the NFL draft despite not having a first-round pick in four of the last five years, Image 3 shows Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson puts on a Los Angeles Rams hat
Thursday night was supposed to be one of joy and merriment for the Rams.
Armed with arguably the best roster in football and viewed as legitimate Super Bowl contenders, having the 13th overall pick in the NFL draft presented LA with a unique opportunity.
They had the ability to draft an instant impact player, one who could bolster their case of ending the upcoming season with confetti falling around them at SoFi Stadium while holding the Lombardi Trophy.
University of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson celebrates after being picked by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft at the Draft Theater, outside Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Mandatory Credit: Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock) Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock
University of Alabama quarterback celebrates after being picked by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft at the Draft Theater, outside Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Mandatory Credit: Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock) Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock
Apparently, .
In what was by far the most shocking move of the NFL draft, the â a player
While the move was confounding at best, Snead tried his best to sound optimistic when speaking with the media late Thursday night.
âI think itâs been a process that started in the offseason, per se, especially when [head coach] Sean [McVay] and the coaching staff got involved,â Snead said when asked when they knew Alabama QB Ty Simpson was their selection. âThat process goes all the way up until even into the latter parts of last week. Then at that point in time, like Iâve mentioned here, the sea is going to shape the 13th pick you. You had to fall.â
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay watches from the sideline during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game against the , Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. VĂĄsquez) AP
However, one person didnât appear as optimistic as Snead: head coach Sean McVay.
In a video thatâs now gone viral, McVay showed shockingly little enthusiasm when discussing Simpson. He seemed annoyed for most of the , rarely smiling and lacking the normal zeal and passion he usually speaks with.
But, there was one thing McVay made sure everyone in attendance knew: this is still reigning MVP Staffordâs team.
âThere were a lot of players that we liked but when you do look at it, I think the thing you liked about the body of work isâŠletâs make one thing clear, this is Matthewâs team.
Time will tell if Simpson was the correct choice â but if anything is assumed as of now â itâs that not everyone is a believer.
Q&A
Why did Sean McVay appear miserable during the press conference?
Sean McVay seemed annoyed and lacked enthusiasm while discussing the Rams' draft pick, Ty Simpson, which led to speculation about his feelings on the selection.
Who did the Rams select in the NFL draft and why was it surprising?
The Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, a choice that surprised many analysts who considered him a second-round pick.
What did Sean McVay say about Matthew Stafford after the draft?
McVay emphasized that despite the new draft pick, the team still belongs to reigning MVP Matthew Stafford.
How did general manager Les Snead react to the draft pick of Ty Simpson?
General manager Les Snead expressed optimism about the selection, stating it was part of a process that involved McVay and the coaching staff.
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