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Rams' Ty Simpson predicted to lead NFL in a key statistic that bodes well for career
TL;DR
Ty Simpson of the Los Angeles Rams is predicted to lead the NFL in a key statistic in five years, despite not starting immediately due to Matthew Stafford's presence. The Rams aim to develop him into a top quarterback.
Key points
- Ty Simpson was selected No. 13 overall by the Los Angeles Rams in 2026 NFL Draft
- Simpson is not expected to start immediately due to Matthew Stafford
- ESPN predicts Simpson will lead the NFL in a key statistic in five years
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The Los Angeles Rams made the surprising pick of Ty Simpson at No. 13 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. Many expected them to go with a different player with that pick.
But now that Simpson is on the roster, the only thing the Rams can do is help him become the best quarterback possible. Even though he won't start for some time due to Matthew Stafford, Simpson could still develop into a good QB.
That's exactly what ESPN's Jordan Reid is predicting will happen in the future, with Simpson predicted to lead the NFL in one key statistic in five years.
"The area where he could lead the league in five years: Completion percentage," Reid writes. "Simpson is a highly accurate passer who completed 64.5% of his passes last season and can be effective in multiple schemes."
This prediction from Reid bodes well for Simpson finding success in the NFL, as leading the league in completion percentage is typically done by QBs who are highly accurate passers that are in good offensive environments.
Q&A
What key statistic is Ty Simpson predicted to lead in the NFL?
Ty Simpson is predicted to lead the NFL in a key statistic related to quarterback performance in five years.
Why did the Rams select Ty Simpson in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Rams selected Ty Simpson at No. 13 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft as part of their strategy to develop him into a strong quarterback.
How does Matthew Stafford's role affect Ty Simpson's career development?
Matthew Stafford's starting position means Ty Simpson will not start immediately, allowing him time to develop before taking on a leading role.