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ESPN's Orlovsky Backs Ty Simpson as 2026 Draft Star

3/26/2026

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  • ESPN's Dan Orlovsky claimed Ty Simpson is the best prospect in the 2026 NFL draft, ahead of Fernando Mendoza.
  • The claim surfaced during a slow NFL news period and circulated across ESPN platforms.
  • Orlovsky's ties to CAA, which represents Ty Simpson, raised questions about potential bias.
  • The influence of agents shaping media narratives before the draft is significant, as seen in past cases like Lamar Jackson.