Alabama QB Ty Simpson says faith is driving his NFL Draft confidence
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Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson exudes confidence when he’s on the field, and that’s carried over into the lead-up to the NFL Draft.
Simpson stood firm when asked if he could be the starting quarterback in this league and thinks he has the first-round talent to do it.
Before he finds out where he’ll go in the NFL Draft, whether in the first round or beyond, Simpson spoke with Fox News Digital on Thursday night about where his patented confidence comes from.
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Ty Simpson of the Alabama Crimson Tide throws a pass during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
“I think it aligns with my belief,” he said ahead of the draft, discussing his partnership with Toyota. “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 I know that football is just a small stepping stone to why I am on this earth. I feel like I am on this earth for a greater cause, to bring people together to spread the word. The fact that I can do this on a big stage, the Lord has blessed me in so many ways, that gives me confidence.”
“I can play children’s games for fun, but I also know that everyone is watching every move I make. I realize that by spreading the good news, I can impact the lives of many people.”
Simpson, who spent his four college seasons at Alabama, embodies the motto “Faith, Family, Football” when also talking about his hometown of Martin, Tennessee.
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No matter where his NFL journey takes him, he will always represent the place that made him who he is.
“I think being able to impact my community is something I really look forward to because I know how important my community is to me,” he said when asked about his off-the-field charitable work in his home city. “Martin, Tennessee is a special place. It’s where I grew up. We’re proud of the 713 area code. In our house we always say ‘Made in Martin.’ So that’s something I look forward to being able to give back to my community wherever I go.”
Simpson, NFL Draft prospect wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, Steelers receiver Michael Pittman Jr. in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night. and demonstrated her desire to give back by joining members of the U.S. Women’s National Flag Football team at Toyota’s NFL Draft Flag Football Training Camp for high school girls in the Pittsburgh area. He was wearing his coaching hat, helping coordinate practices and sharing some of his quarterback wisdom before preparing for the draft Thursday night.
Ty Simpson of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs with the football against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California on January 1, 2026. (Luke Hales/Getty Images)
“My sister was a basketball player and softball player growing up, so it’s really exciting and wonderful to see Toyota highlighting girls in sports,” Simpson added.
Toyota also covered NFL FLAG fall registration kit fees for current players in the Pittsburgh Flag Football League co-ed youth and high school girls leagues as part of this activation ahead of the live draft in the city.
Simpson waited until his fourth season to finally take the reins of the Alabama offense and made the best of the situation. He threw for 3,567 yards with 28 touchdowns and only five interceptions in 15 games for the Crimson Tide. But the 6-foot-1, 211-pound quarterback, who has been compared to Alabama graduate Mac Jones, is all over the place in terms of mock drafts.
In short, when the draft starts, even Simpson has no idea where he might be. But wherever 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 on January 1, 2026 in Pasadena, California. (CFP/Getty Images)
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And it starts with his faith.
“First round great” [but] Anytime you get drafted is great. There are so many different players from every different round of the NFL that are great at my position. That’s why I’m of the mindset that wherever I go, whenever that happens, I’ll do my best. Trust the process and be the best player I can be.”
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