
Los Angeles selects Simpson as likely successor to 38-year-old MVP Matthew Stafford, valuing his smarts and pro-style experience despite limited starts
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The Los Angeles Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, viewing him as the likely successor to 38-year-old MVP Matthew Stafford. Despite Simpson having only 15 career starts (fourth fewest by a first-round quarterback in 25 years), the Rams were impressed by his intelligence, pro-style experience, and ability to handle adversity while waiting his turn behind Bryce Young and Jalen Milroe. The scouting staff identified Simpson as someone who would work well with head coach Sean McVay and fit their offensive system.

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix, the first IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., will be held this weekend on the National Mall. The event, organized by Penske Corporation, features a 1.7-mile street circuit and is expected to draw 140,000 spectators daily.

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Offshore sportsbooks like BetOnline are offering betting markets on the Little League World Series, drawing massive user demand and raising ethical concerns over gambling on children's sports.

Ford has begun track testing its new, yet-to-be-named LMDh Hypercar at the Paul Ricard circuit in France. Drivers Matt Campbell and Logan Sargeant are leading the development of the V8-powered prototype, aiming for a return to overall victory at Le Mans.

Tommy John, a four-time MLB All-Star who won 288 games and became the first pitcher to return from groundbreaking elbow surgery, has died at 83 in Bradenton, Fla.

Formula E has signed a multiyear broadcast agreement with Disney+ and ESPN+ covering 144 countries for season 12 starting in December, moving US coverage from Roku to the new streaming platforms amid the debut of the high-powered GEN4 car.