Ty Simpson Gains Traction as 2026 First-Round Prospect

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is emerging as a potential first-round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. While Fernando Mendoza is the favorite for the top overall pick, scouts identify Simpson as a highly polarizing prospect who could work his way into the opening round. His potential selection would help maintain the league's 30-year streak of drafting at least one quarterback in the first round, reflecting the high demand for elite signal-callers.