Okay, so it’s official: Ty Simpson just signed his rookie deal with the Los Angeles Rams, right before training camp kicked off. This guy, a first-round pick at No. 13 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, is now locked into a four-year contract worth a cool $25.4 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. That’s a massive chunk of change for a rookie, including a $14.94 million signing bonus, man!
The Ink Is Dry: A Huge Deal for L.A.’s New QB
After a bit of a wait, Simpson was actually the last of the 32 first-round picks to get his deal done. We saw fellow rookie QB Fernando Mendoza finalize his four-year, $57.4 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders just last week, so everyone knew Simpson’s deal was coming. Now that it’s signed, sealed, and delivered, the Rams can roll into training camp at Loyola Marymount University with all their ducks in a row. It’s all about getting to work now, and for L.A., it means their investment in Simpson is officially on the books.
Early Camp Vibes: Simpson Slips into Backup Role
With the contract done, all eyes are on the field. During the Rams’ first day of training camp, starting quarterback Matthew Stafford apparently wasn’t taking reps. That meant the battle for the backup job immediately took center stage, and Simpson got a real close look. Stu Jackson from TheRams.com reported that Bennett actually stepped up to lead the first-team offense, with Simpson sliding right into the backup spot. Offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase seems pretty encouraged, though. He said he appreciates Simpson’s work ethic, adding that “anytime you’ve got that mindset, you’re going to continue to grow each time that you’re out there.” Sounds like he likes what he sees and is looking forward to Simpson developing throughout camp.
So, the deal is done, the pads are on, and now it’s all about what Simpson can show in preseason. Will he get enough snaps to prove he’s more than just a backup this year? L.A. fans are definitely hoping their starting quarterback stays healthy, because if not, Simpson might be thrown into the fire sooner than anyone expects. The NFL season is coming, dude!
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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