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Rams' QB Draft Pick Ranked Worst Backup in Division
5 Jun
Summary
- Ty Simpson ranked 23rd among NFL backup quarterbacks for 2026.
- Simpson is considered the worst backup in the NFC West division.
- Rival NFC West teams boast veteran backup quarterbacks.
The Los Angeles Rams' backup quarterback depth chart for the upcoming 2026 NFL season faces scrutiny, particularly with the recent draft selection of Ty Simpson. Simpson's potential impact has been assessed, with Sports Illustrated ranking him as the 23rd best backup quarterback in the league. This ranking positions him as the lowest-rated backup within the NFC West division.
Simpson's standing contrasts sharply with the veteran backups on rival NFC West teams. The San Francisco 49ers have Mac Jones ranked second, the Arizona Cardinals feature Gardner Minshew at 14th, and the Seattle Seahawks rely on Drew Lock, who is rated 17th. This competitive landscape underscores the expectations and challenges facing Simpson as he aims to secure the backup role, potentially ahead of Stetson Bennett, and demonstrate his immediate readiness in a demanding division.
