BackNFL draft 2026: Mendoza goes No 1 as Rams surprise with move for QB Ty Simpson at No 13

Sport

Guardian Sport24.04.2026SportUnited Kingdom

NFL draft 2026: Mendoza goes No 1 as Rams surprise with move for QB Ty Simpson at No 13

Taille de police

Pick-by-pick: all the selections from the first roundTwo quarterbacks go in Thursday’s first roundThe story of the first round of the 2026 NFL draft surrounded a quarterback but it wasn’t No 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza.As expected, the Las Vegas Raiders selected Mendoza with the first pick on Thursday after he led Indiana to the national title last season. But the shock of the night came when the Los Angeles Rams picked another quarterback, Alabama’s Ty Simpson, at No 13. The Rams current starting quarterback, Matthew Stafford, was named NFL MVP last season and Simpson was projected to be a second-round pick by many analysts. However, Stafford turned 38 in February and the Rams are starting to plan for life without him, although head coach Sean McVay insisted the veteran will remain the starter for the time being. “This is Matthew’s team,” said McVay. Continue reading...

Continue reading on Guardian Sport

This article was originally published by Guardian Sport.

Articles liés

En développement·1 sa önce

Dame Sarah Storey Announces Retirement from Elite Competition

Dame Sarah Storey, Britain's most decorated Paralympian with 19 gold medals, has announced her retirement from elite competition after a 35-year career. The 48-year-old, who excelled in swimming and cycling, plans to leverage her experience in new roles, including her work as Manchester's travel commissioner and chair of Lancashire Cricket.

Guardian Sport

Sport·49 dk önce

Justin Bieber to Headline 2026 World Cup Half-Time Show

Justin Bieber will headline the 2026 World Cup half-time show in New York on July 19, performing alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and others. The event supports the Fifa Global Citizen Education Fund.

BBC World

En développement·4 sa önce

Arthur Fery's Remarkable Wimbledon Run: A Feel-Good Story

Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals, defying expectations with a series of remarkable victories. His run is being hailed as one of the year's best feel-good sports stories, captivating the nation and rewriting history at the All England Club.

BBC Sport

En développement·4 sa önce

Giuliani Defends Trump's Lobbying on Balogun Red Card

Andrew Giuliani defended Donald Trump's lobbying of FIFA to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card, citing referee irregularities and VAR misapplication. The referee, Raphael Claus, had been investigated in Brazil for match-fixing.

Guardian Sport

En développement·5 sa önce

Arthur Fery Reaches Wimbledon Semi-Finals in Stunning Upset

Wildcard Arthur Fery, 23, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals after a remarkable three-set victory over ninth seed Flavio Cobolli. This unexpected achievement marks a significant moment for British tennis, with Fery becoming only the fifth British man to reach this stage since the Open era began in 1968.

BBC Sport

En développement·4 sa önce

Jack Draper's Wimbledon Run: A Story of Grit, Underdog Spirit, and Unconventional Success

Jack Draper, a wildcard, has reached the Wimbledon men's semi-finals, a feat not seen since 2001. Despite a privileged background and seemingly weaker stats, Draper's mental toughness, clutch performance in decisive points, and connection with the crowd have propelled him past higher-ranked opponents.

Guardian Sport