2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
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It is never too early to evaluate quarterback depth for the 2026 NFL Draft. Even when a roster appears stable under center, teams still invest significant scouting resources into passers because arm talent, decision-making, and leadership traits remain among the most valuable assets in the NFL.
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We are working through each position group this cycle. With that in mind, here is our report on Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.
Information
- School: Alabama
- Conference: SEC
- Position: Quarterback
- Height Weight: 6-2, 208 pounds
- Class: Redshirt Junior
- Hometown: Martin, Tennessee
Background
Simpson arrived at Alabama as one of the top quarterback recruits in the country and spent his early years in Tuscaloosa developing behind veteran starters. After serving primarily as a backup from 2022 through 2024, he took over the offense full-time in 2025 and delivered one of the most productive seasons by a first-year Alabama starter.
In his final season with the Crimson Tide, Simpson started all 15 games and completed 305 of 473 passes for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns with just five interceptions. His 3,567 passing yards ranked fourth in Alabama single-season history, while his 305 completions finished third on the program’s all-time single-season list.
Across his career, Simpson threw only five interceptions on 523 attempts, finishing with the lowest interception percentage in Alabama history at 0.956. He completed 63.86 percent of his passes during his four seasons with the program and was named a permanent team captain for the 2025 season while earning Second-Team All-SEC honors.
Notable Stats
- 541 dropbacks
- 474 pass attempts
- 306 completions
- 3,561 passing yards
- 28 touchdowns
- 5 interceptions
- 83.1 overall offensive grade
- 81.4 passing grade
Simpson’s 2025 campaign was his most complete evaluation season, combining strong efficiency with high-volume passing production against SEC competition.
Skills
- Accurate rhythm passer
- Low turnover rate
- Comfortable operating within structure
- Solid pocket movement
- Capable distributor in spread concepts
- Strong decision-maker under pressure
- Leadership and command of the offense
- Adequate mobility to extend plays
Simpson’s profile is built around efficiency and ball security. His 2025 PFF numbers show a quarterback who consistently kept the offense on schedule, posting an 81.4 passing grade with 30 big-time throws while limiting turnover-worthy plays. That balance between aggression and caution helped him finish the year with a 102.5 passer rating.
One of the most notable aspects of Simpson’s career is his interception rate. Throwing only five interceptions on over 500 attempts reflects a quarterback who understands situational football and protects possessions. That trait tends to translate well to NFL coaching staffs looking for dependable decision-makers.
While Simpson is not known primarily as a rushing quarterback, he can move enough to extend plays or escape pressure. Alabama occasionally used him on designed runs, and he finished his final season with two rushing touchdowns.
Player Summary
Ty Simpson projects as a Round 3 to Round 5 selection whose appeal lies in his efficiency, leadership traits, and ability to operate an offense without creating unnecessary risk. His low interception rate and steady decision-making give him a solid developmental profile at the next level.
In Tampa Bay, Simpson would project as a developmental quarterback who could fit into a structured passing system while learning behind an established starter. His ability to distribute the ball, protect possessions, and command an offense makes him a candidate to develop into a reliable depth option with long-term backup upside.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: 2026 NFL Draft: Scouting report on Alabama QB Ty Simpson