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Alabama QB Ty Simpson Attracts NFL Attention Ahead of Draft

4/1/2026

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Simpson Attracts NFL Interest

Ty Simpson, Alabama's quarterback, is drawing NFL interest ahead of the 2026 draft as he schedules Top 30 visits with the Arizona Cardinals, Miami Dolphins, and Cleveland Browns.
The Arizona Cardinals, holding the No. 3 pick, may trade back to secure Simpson.
The Miami Dolphins moved on from Tua Tagovailoa and hold two first-round picks.
Analysts see Simpson as a potential first-round pick, but concerns about limited college experience persist.

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Mendoza Leads QB Rankings

In the 2026 NFL Draft, Fernando Mendoza of Indiana and Ty Simpson of Alabama are top quarterback prospects likely to be selected in the first round.
Mendoza posts a 71.5% completion rate, higher than Simpson's 64.6%, aided by fewer drops and a stronger RPO.
Simpson struggles with injuries and inconsistency, averaging 5.7 yards per attempt in his final games.
Mendoza's durability and football IQ give him a higher floor.

History

Historical Context

The 1984 NFL Supplemental Draft, held on June 5, aimed to secure players already signed with the USFL and CFL, preventing a bidding war. This draft featured notable selections like quarterback Steve Young, who later became a Hall of Famer. Today, the evaluation of quarterbacks, including Ty Simpson and Fernando Mendoza, reflects ongoing trends in performance metrics, with Mendoza boasting a 71.5% completion rate.

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Simpson Attracts NFL Interest

Ty Simpson, Alabama's quarterback, is drawing NFL interest ahead of the 2026 draft as he schedules Top 30 visits with the Arizona Cardinals, Miami Dolphins, and Cleveland Browns.
The Arizona Cardinals, holding the No. 3 pick, may trade back to secure Simpson.
The Miami Dolphins moved on from Tua Tagovailoa and hold two first-round picks.
Analysts see Simpson as a potential first-round pick, but concerns about limited college experience persist.

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