Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford announced during the NFL honors during his MVP speech that he will be returning for the 2026 season. A lot of his teammates and coaches are thrilled that he will be returning. Next season could potentially be the final year of Stafford’s career in the NFL. This offseason, there is no doubt that head coach Sean McVay and the organization have to start thinking about life after him.
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Jan 25, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) dives for a first down against Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) during the second half in the 2026 NFC Championship Game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
Los Angeles will have the 29th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Is there a chance that the Rams could use that selection to find Stafford’s replacement for the future? It remains to be seen, but there is a very good possibility that it could be the case here.
PFF Latest Mock Draft Has the Los Angeles Rams Finding Matthew Stafford Replacement For the Future
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) throws the ball against Indiana Hoosiers defensive lineman Mario Landino (97) on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, during the 112th annual Rose Bowl game in Pasadena. Indiana Hoosiers defeated Alabama Crimson Tide, 38-3.
Profootballfocus.com writer Gordon McGuinness created his latest three-round NFL mock draft for 2026. With the Rams having the 29th overall selection, he has this franchise selecting quarterback Ty Simpson from the Alabama Crimson Tide. It would be good for him to learn for a season under the 38-year-old. McGuinness said,
“WithMatthew Staffordannouncing that he will return for the 2026 NFL season, the Rams have the opportunity to draft a quarterback and let them sit for at least a season. Simpson earned an 83.1 PFF overall grade in his lone season as a starter. Allowing him to learn from Stafford could unlock his NFL potential.”
Simpson was a one-year starter for Alabama. He led them to the playoffs this season. Simpson is 6’2″ and weighs 208 lbs. He is the perfect pocket passer for McVay’s system. During the 2025 college football season with the Crimson Tide, Simpson completed 64.5% of his passes for 3,567 yards, 28 touchdowns, and five interceptions. This would be a good landing spot for him. If the Rams don’t go quarterback, then they should address the secondary issues instead.
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