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Confidence radiates from Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson when he’s on the field, and that has carried over into the pre-NFL draft process.
Simpson has backed himself up when asked if he could be the league’s No. 1 quarterback, and feels he has the first-round talent to do so.
Before he learns where he’s going in the NFL Draft, whether it’s Thursday night in the first round or beyond, Simpson spoke to Fox News Digital about where his trademark confidence comes from.
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Alabama Crimson Tide’s Ty Simpson throws a pass during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Feb. 28, 2026. (Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
“I think it’s in line with my faith,” he said, when discussing his partnership with Toyota before the draft. “My faith is very important to me. I fully believe that my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ died on the cross for my sins, and knowing that football is just a small step to why I am on earth. I feel like I am on this earth for a big reason, to bring people together to spread the word. The fact that I can do that on the big stage, the Lord has blessed me in many ways, which makes me confident.
“I’m starting to play a children’s game for fun, but I also know that everyone is watching everything I do. To understand that I can affect the lives of many people by spreading good news.”
Simpson, who spent all four of his college seasons at Alabama, embodies the motto “Faith, Family, Football”, as he also spoke about his hometown of Martin, Tennessee.
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No matter where his NFL journey may take him, he will always give back to the place that made him who he is.
“I think being able to have an impact on my community is something I’m looking forward to because I know how much my community means to me,” he said when asked about his off-field charity work in the city he ended up in. “Martin, Tennessee is a special place. It’s where I grew up. Area code 713, we’re proud of it. We always say in our family, ‘Martin did’. So, something I’m looking forward to, wherever I end up, to be able to give back to my community.”
Simpson showed his desire to give back Wednesday night in Pittsburgh, joining fellow NFL Draft receiver Jordyn Tyson, Steelers receiver Michael Pittman Jr., and members of the US Women’s National Flag Football team at the NFL Draft Flag Football Training Camp for high school girls in Pittsburgh. He was wearing a coach’s hat, helping to coordinate drills and share his quarterback wisdom with others before preparing for Thursday night’s scrimmage.
Ty Simpson of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs with the ball against the Indiana Hoosiers in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2026. (Luke Hales/Getty Images)
“My sister was a basketball and softball player growing up, so it’s exciting and surprising to see Toyota promoting girls in sports,” added Simpson.
Toyota also covered the cost of a fall NFL FLAG registration kit for current players in the Pittsburgh Flag Football League combined youth league and high school girls as part of this opening before the live draft in the city.
Simpson waited until his fourth season to finally take over Alabama’s offense, and he did his best. He threw for 3,567 yards with 28 touchdowns and just five interceptions in all 15 games for the Crimson Tide. But the 6-foot-2, 211-pound quarterback, who has drawn comparisons to Mac Jones, an Alabama alum, is all over the place in terms of funny drawings.
In short, even Simpson has no idea where he might end up when the plot begins. But no matter where he goes, Simpson knows he can make an impact.
Alabama Crimson Tide’s Ty Simpson warms up before the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2026. (CFP/Getty Images)
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And it starts with his faith.
“The first round is good, [but] whenever you write well. There are many different good players in my area from each different round of the NFL. So, I’m of the mindset that wherever I go, whenever it’s going to be, I’m going to put my best foot forward. Trust the process and be the best player I can be.”
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