Matt Borelli

Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Rams as a staff writer for Rams Newswire and additionally writes about the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Dodgers for Lakers Nation and Dodger Blue, respectively. He also contributes to RaidersNewswire.com. Follow him on Twitter: @mcborelli.
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Jared Verse Believes Ty Simpson Will Thrive With Rams

The Los Angeles Rams believe they found Matthew Stafford's long-term successor at quarterback when they selected Ty Simpson with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Jared Verse believes the University of Alabama product will thrive under…

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Rams News: 2026 Draft Class Assigned Jersey Numbers

The Los Angeles Rams announced the jersey numbers for their 2026 rookie class, which includes five draft picks and 18 undrafted free agents. Ty Simpson, who was selected with the No. 13 overall pick in the first round, will wear…

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Rams Decline Emmanuel Forbes Jr.’s Fifth-Year Option

Emmanuel Forbes Jr. is entering the final season of the four-year rookie contract he signed after being selected by the Washington Commanders in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. As a first-round pick, Forbes' deal came with a…

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Rams News: Les Snead ‘In Lockstep’ With Sean McVay

The Los Angeles Rams shocked the football world when they selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Considering the Rams are in win-now mode with Matthew Stafford at quarterback, the expectation was…

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Ty Simpson Reveals Secret Meeting With Rams Head Coach Sean McVay Before 2026 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams sent shockwaves through the football world when they selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The move was surprising as Simpson likely won't make an impact on the…

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Tim Keenan III Happy To Reunite With Ty Simpson On Rams

The Los Angeles Rams made five selections during the 2026 NFL Draft, including two players from the Alabama Crimson Tide. The team started things off by taking quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the first round, which…

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Rams Select CJ Daniels & Tim Keenan III On Day 3 Of 2026 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams selected wide receiver CJ Daniels (sixth round) and defensive tackle Tim Keenan III (seventh round) on the third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Rams moved up 10 spots in a trade with…

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Rams & Zillow Team Up To Provide Fans With Unique 2026 NFL Draft Experience

With the 2026 NFL Draft just under than a week away, the Los Angeles Rams and Zillow have partnered up to provide fans a unique experience that will put them in the place of college players who are about to…

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Xavier Smith Signs Exclusive Rights Tender To Return To Rams

With the Los Angeles Rams starting their offseason training program on Monday, wide receiver Xavier Smith signed his exclusive rights tender to return to the team for the 2026 season, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter: Exclusive rights free agents…

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Rams Considered Drafting Alabama Quarterback Ty Simpson Before Trading No. 29 Pick

The Los Angeles Rams entered the offseason with two first-round draft picks, but now only hold the 13th overall selection after trading No. 29 as part of the deal to land All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie. That limits what the Rams…

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