Every NFL draft season brings a wave of excitement, optimism, and one beloved tradition that fans simply can't resist: rookie comparisons. Whether it's Hall of Fame projections or stylistic parallels, analysts and enthusiasts spend months searching for the perfect NFL counterpart for each incoming prospect. The Los Angeles Rams selected five players in the 2026 draft, and fans are eager to see if Les Snead and Sean McVay made the right calls. While we wait for them to hit the field, here's a look at how each prospect stacks up based on their college film.

Ty Simpson, QB — A More Athletic Kirk Cousins
Some might chalk this up to the Sean McVay–Kirk Cousins connection, but the comparison holds water. Both Simpson and Cousins share similar arm strength—nothing spectacular, but reliable. Where they truly align is in their diagnostic ability. McVay played a key role in turning Cousins, a fourth-round pick, into a successful 14-year NFL quarterback. Like Cousins, Simpson's strength lies in his decisiveness and ability to attack the intermediate levels of the defense. The fascinating part will be watching Simpson create when throwing lanes close. Les Snead has long wanted a quarterback who can use his legs to stretch a defense—and Simpson fits that mold.

Max Klare, TE — Mark Andrews
Klare is an intriguing prospect. At Purdue, he was a more athletic playmaker, but after transferring to Ohio State, he was asked to handle more blocking duties in the trenches. Andrews, on the other hand, put up bigger numbers at Oklahoma than Klare did at either school. Still, both share a knack for route adjustments and boast an extensive route tree. Klare and Andrews both offer yards after the catch when placed in the right system. And like Andrews, who was an underwhelming blocker at Oklahoma before joining the Baltimore Ravens, Klare has room to grow in that area.

Dylan Frazier, OL — Cody Trost
Frazier spent five years in college compared to Trost's seven seasons, but both bring valuable versatility to the offensive line. Much like Trost, Frazier can play across the line—a trait that coaches and quarterbacks alike appreciate. With 11 starts under his belt, Frazier offers experience and flexibility that should serve the Rams well as they build depth up front.