Considering our SB window as of today, was Simpson the "right" pick for us at 13? Since there is a lot emotion about this pick I thought I would post a simple poll. Most of the time a Top 13 pick is projected to make an impact almost immediately. Yes or no. No "maybe in a year or two" answers. Might as well get all the opinions in one thread! lol Considering our SB window as of today, was Simpson the "right" pick for us at 13?https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1237433#msg-1237433Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:59:49 -0400 Phorum 5.2.18 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240176#msg-1240176 And Jennings to the Vikingshttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240176#msg-1240176 RamsWin RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 22:07:41 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240172#msg-1240172 Re: Same here BRhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240172#msg-1240172
Now this year everyone knows they need a WR. They didn't acquire one until the 6th round as we know. No vet FAs or trades.

Look the bottom line is I want more SBs. 2 at least. I'm critical about the team because I don't think they have enough to win it this year. I'm hoping I'm wrong.

Now if they make a big trade then that's a different story. They still need WR3, ILB2, KR and PR. Shore up those spots and now we're talking.]]> RamsWin RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 21:48:51 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240139#msg-1240139 Same here BRhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240139#msg-1240139
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I wouldn't mind if our Rams could add a Bargain Vet WR to add to the WR Corps. GO RAMS!

I would welcome that as well BR! Who ya got in mind???]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 17:35:36 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240113#msg-1240113 Re: Well, I did say "as of today"https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240113#msg-1240113 BerendsenRam RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 16:26:26 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240084#msg-1240084 No problemhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240084#msg-1240084
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Sorry, but given that we all know that NFL transactions don't and didn't end at the time of the poll the "as of today" qualifier is the main reason for the question not making sense to me.

It's all good. I just wanted people's opinions on how they felt "as if the day of the poll". If you can't give one now, it's cool. No worries.

Of course, people's opinions might change by the start of the season and again if/when Simpson ever has to play and I knew that when making the poll.

I know we can't fully judge the pick until everything plays out but that would be a different question/poll to be asked later. Which I am sure someone will.]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 14:28:19 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240078#msg-1240078 Sorry...https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240078#msg-1240078 1st Rounder RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 13:48:03 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240057#msg-1240057 Well, I did say "as of today"https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240057#msg-1240057
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Because the player acquisition process didn't end after the 13th selection which would have to be the case for the poll question to make better sense to me.

Well, I did say "as of today" in the Title (Considering our SB window as of today, was Simpson the "right" pick for us?) so it should make sense. I didn't include considering anything that happens after June 1.

The poll was specifically meant for "at the time of the poll". I think we all know that to make pick 13 more justifiable, future acquisitions would be a determining factor in the end.

Having said that, I do agree if we add the right players later, the #13 pick won't matter as much as long as we acquire the needed depth that have people questioning the Simpson pick in the first place ie; OL,WR, DL, CB or LB. If we lose a starter at any of these positions, and it is realistic to think we will lose someone, we will need to fill that void with a competent replacement.]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 10:25:24 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240041#msg-1240041 Re: I want the Rams to be in the SB "window" every year...https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240041#msg-1240041 BerendsenRam RamsFootballFans.comThu, 07 May 2026 04:53:37 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240034#msg-1240034 I want the Rams to be in the SB "window" every year...https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240034#msg-1240034
However, I didn't expect that pick in any way. But almost immediately, I kinda liked it (and said so on this board).

We shall see.]]> DaJudge RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 22:52:08 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240033#msg-1240033 Probablyhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240033#msg-1240033 1st Rounder RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 22:17:19 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240031#msg-1240031 And the needs / other options of the team (nm)https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240031#msg-1240031 1st Rounder RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 20:53:53 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240028#msg-1240028 Re: Seems like a Disconnected Questionhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240028#msg-1240028
Kupp played in 15 games his rookie year with 6 starts and caught 62 passes for 869 yards - the top totals by a WR that year. (Gurley led the team with 64 catches).

Nacau started all 17 games his rookie year and led the team with 105 receptions and 1,486 yards. (Kupp was second on the team in both categories with 59 and 737).

Avila also started all 17 games his rookie year and was the only player on the team to play every snap on offense that season (1,148 snaps).]]> AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 19:19:21 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240023#msg-1240023 Respectfully Disagreehttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240023#msg-1240023
And again playing time and making an impact are two different things altogether. And player acquisitions opportunities didn't end after that selection.

Either way all of this assumes that the 13th selection hits the ground running, won't need much time to develop, will immediately beat out veterans already on the roster AND won't be a bust. And that's for Simpson or whomever else they would have selected.

Even the 2021 Super Bowl Champions only got about 7 starts from Ernest Jones, a few catches from Skrownek, and a bunch of special teams snaps from it's rookie draft class.]]> 1st Rounder RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 18:35:09 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240020#msg-1240020 Respectfully Disagreehttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240020#msg-1240020
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For lack of a better word at the moment.

A so-called Super Bowl window has absolutely nothing to do with the 13th selection in this draft class. Especially, in a weaker blue chip draft class.

Most rookies don't make immediate impacts (note there's a difference between taking snaps and making a legit impact) and player acquisitions didn't end after that selection.


It absolutely does have something to do with our SB window. I agree most rookies don't make immediate impacts. Especially on McVay's teams. lol

The argument is about getting someone, maybe another weapon for Stafford or backup depth that could fill in THIS year if needed.

If Puka and or Adams go down or miss some time, drafting a possible fill in would go a long way to helping us get to the SB.

We all agree our current roster is pretty much set and no rookie would have much of a shot at playing unless the above happens. The problem most with taking a player that will sit for 2 maybe 3 years will have absolutely no chance of helping our SB aspirations THIS year even if Stafford went down for a bit.

Also, it doesn't only have to be an offensive weapon either. It could've been an OL, DL, CB or LB that would have a better chance of getting play time than a Simpson would.

Hopefully we stay healthy and nobody misses any time and it won't matter who was picked at 13 or any other spot. :beercan]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 17:02:34 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240019#msg-1240019 Seems like a Disconnected Questionhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1240019#msg-1240019
A so-called Super Bowl window has absolutely nothing to do with the 13th selection in this draft class. Especially, in a weaker blue chip draft class.

Most rookies don't make immediate impacts (note there's a difference between taking snaps and making a legit impact) and player acquisitions didn't end after that selection.]]> 1st Rounder RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 16:53:03 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239957#msg-1239957 Re: Please keep this in mind.https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239957#msg-1239957 RamsWin RamsFootballFans.comWed, 06 May 2026 02:33:37 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239894#msg-1239894 Please keep this in mind.https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239894#msg-1239894
But let's all keep this in mind: if they don't do that it will be because they don't want to bring in anyone else, not because they picked Simpson.

Picking Simpson closed the door on bringing a rookie in and seeing if he could contribute. But other options remain: free agency and trade. If the Rams opt not to use FA and/or trade to do what most of us want them to do what does that say?

Picking Simpson was a mistake?

Or the Rams brain trust don't think this year's team needs any more help?

Hint: It's that second thing.

The Rams are not shy about trading for a difference maker when they think they need one. And in the grand scheme of things it's probably better to wait until later, see what the team needs then (which might not be what it looks like today), and then pull the trigger.

Some examples of when the Rams have done that (which I already posted somewhere else): Watkins (Aug, 2017), Fowler (Oct, 2018), Corbett (Oct, 2019), Ramsey (Oct, 2019), Kenny Young (Oct, 2019), Michel (Aug, 2021), Von Miller (Nov, 2021), Dotson (Aug, 2023), McCreary (Oct, 2025).

If they think they need someone they'll get someone.]]> AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comTue, 05 May 2026 09:27:25 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239889#msg-1239889 Yes, it makes sense but only if they deliver on that concepthttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239889#msg-1239889
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This thread was long and I was too lazy to read through all the posts.

So today . . . I started reading through some of the posts and found you had already posted about the Simpson pick "freeing up" next year's #1 for a trade of whatever position the front office thinks they need to win a SB this year.

I should have at least read through your posts since they always make a lot of sense.

What do others think of the "Simpson pick freeing up" next year's #1 for a trade?

Crazy?

Make sense?

Great idea if they actually do use those picks to get us over the top THIS year.

What if they end up not using those picks at all this year and stand pat or just bring in a "marginal" talent and we fall short again?

Would that still make it a good idea to have passed on some talent in the Draft instead of Simpson?

Time will tell. We will have to wait and see what the Rams do with those picks and how it pays off to really judge if it was the right move or not.]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comTue, 05 May 2026 08:05:59 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239870#msg-1239870 Geez, don't give it a second thoughthttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239870#msg-1239870 AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comMon, 04 May 2026 23:22:00 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239862#msg-1239862 Sorry Albany, I posted a lot of what you had already saidhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239862#msg-1239862
So today . . . I started reading through some of the posts and found you had already posted about the Simpson pick "freeing up" next year's #1 for a trade of whatever position the front office thinks they need to win a SB this year.

I should have at least read through your posts since they always make a lot of sense.

What do others think of the "Simpson pick freeing up" next year's #1 for a trade?

Crazy?

Make sense?]]> since68 RamsFootballFans.comMon, 04 May 2026 21:46:59 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239527#msg-1239527 Re: I am aware of the move to 13https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239527#msg-1239527 six2stack RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 12:32:28 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239526#msg-1239526 Re: So, for the "NO" voteshttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239526#msg-1239526
The advantage to acquiring talent this way is they'd be bringing in someone with a proven NFL track record rather than relying on a rookie to transition to the NFL.

If the Rams don't add an OL or WR or Edge it won't be because they drafted Simpson. It will be because they don't think it's necessary.]]> AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 12:29:14 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239525#msg-1239525 Re: I am aware of the move to 13https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239525#msg-1239525
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And I would like to remind you that Rams are moving away from 11 personnel and toward 13 personnel. This has to further reduce the importance of WR3 in their scheming.

Some have said that Rams already had finest TE room in the league and that was before drafting Klare.

The handwriting is on the wall for those willing to just see it.

I am aware of the move to 13. We all are. We all seen it happening as the season went on but that doesn't change my mind about the importance of WR3 with all the issues from Puka and an older Adams.

As for Klare, we have no idea how he will do. Odds are most likely he doesn't see very much playing time at all due to that "finest TE room in the league" that you mention. At this stage of his NFL career, he's just another "hyped up" rookie that some will call a future starter without even seeing him play an NFL down. Just like some did with Mumps last year. lol

There's a reason they drafted Daniels later on in the draft. It's because they know the value as well of a WR3 and also seen the results of Mumps, Whit and Smith had last year.

So, again, for me the value of a WR3 this year isn't how many snaps he gets at WR3...it's how many snaps will be needed by the WR3 if WR1 or WR2 go down for a period and I think that was the point that was being made.

Yep, thats the point I was making and I agree on everything you said.]]> six2stack RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 12:22:22 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239524#msg-1239524 Re: So, for the "NO" voteshttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239524#msg-1239524
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When is a good time to draft a QB? Or is it that ya'll are just better with giving a future haul for one? And I know the answer is actually tied to many debates, of which this is but one.

To me, the #13 in this draft was not as consequential as a boat load of future #1s. I don't see a #3 receiver or additional lineman being the trigger that puts us over the top. Our trade did that.

I voted "No" because we are in such a competitive division and we need to add more talent that will help this season. There were players like OG Loane, Edge Bain and WR Lemon that would most likely make significant impacts. I'm impressed with what I saw out of Simpson last season, but since he only played one season, he's a gamble at pick 13. I would've rather drafted Nussmeier in the later rds. I fear we will be a WC team again.

Honestly, do you really believe any of the players you listed would have given us a significant ‘SB boost’ this year?

Outstanding players all, but not gonna push us over the top this year.

And then we would be scrambling for a QB to bring in next year. At Gawd only cap and trade value cost.

I actually do. The 3 I listed have specific strengths that might give us a plus 1 or 2 game advantage which is needed in our division.]]> six2stack RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 12:20:42 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239515#msg-1239515 Re: Allow me to add a 4thhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239515#msg-1239515
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4.) If the Rams think they need an upgrade at WR3 they will get one via FA or trade. And if they don't bring anyone in it doesn't mean they blew it by not drafting Lemon. It means they don't think it's necessary.

Personally I think the Rams should bring in a vet WR who could serve as WR3 this year and move up to WR2 next year. But if the Rams disagree I'll cut them some slack. Unlike the CB position the Rams seem to have a handle on WRs for the most part.

Point taken, AlbaNY.

And the good news is that it could still happen.]]> Rams_43 RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 11:33:35 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239514#msg-1239514 Allow me to add a 4thhttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239514#msg-1239514
Personally I think the Rams should bring in a vet WR who could serve as WR3 this year and move up to WR2 next year. But if the Rams disagree I'll cut them some slack. Unlike the CB position the Rams seem to have a handle on WRs for the most part.]]> AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 11:31:53 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239513#msg-1239513 Re: Not so fasthttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239513#msg-1239513
This roster was already built to go all the way.

And nothing is more important than securing a future franchise QB for when Stafford retires.

Now they have cheaply done so and avoided the rat race that is bound to come for QB’s next year.

Too many respected NFL people love this move for me to think it was a mistake. Sorry.]]> Rams_43 RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 11:31:23 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239508#msg-1239508 Re: Not so fasthttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239508#msg-1239508
Not drafting a contributor at 13 doesn't close the door on bringing in a contributor. And I might point out that anyone they bring in will have an NFL resume, unlike anyone they could have picked at 13.

Personally I like the idea of getting a vet contributor (assuming the Rams think they need one) and drafting their heir apparent this year over relying on a rookie picked at 13 and trying to get a successor QB down the road.]]> AlbaNY_Ram RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 11:06:25 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239507#msg-1239507 Re: I am aware of the move to 13https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239507#msg-1239507
I’ll respond by offering up 3 things.

1. First, this Daniels kid really intrigues me. I see potential for something special from him, 6th round notwithstanding. I’m fighting myself not to get too excited too early but the more I learn the more I like him. He might become a fine WR3 himself and maybe better once Adams leaves. Rams liked him enough to trade up for him costing 2 precious draft picks, after all.

2. Rams only had 5 picks so they had to prioritize them carefully. I must say that I’m impressed with their first 4 picks at least. The 5th, Keenan, must win me over at this point.

3. Klare is rumored to be able to run some WR type routes when needed. So he might be further evidence of Rams having extra ‘WR type’ help already on the field.

Bottom line is Rams seem committed to more and more 13 personnel at the expense of their patented 11 personnel. We fans must be alert to these evolving offensive moves that McVay is planning.]]> Rams_43 RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 10:56:37 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239503#msg-1239503 Re: Not so fasthttps://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1237433,1239503#msg-1239503
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And I would like to remind you that Rams are moving away from 11 personnel and toward 13 personnel. This has to further reduce the importance of WR3 in their scheming.

Some have said that Rams already had finest TE room in the league and that was before drafting Klare.

The handwriting is on the wall for those willing to just see it.

There were other players available who could have helped the next two years, you are only talking WR 3. That is a rather narrow view of the roster.

Go Rams!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111111

Exactly. :beercan]]> Ramsdude RamsFootballFans.comFri, 01 May 2026 10:19:27 -0400