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Ty Simpson 2026 NFL mock draft: latest prediction for Alabama Quarterback
TL;DR
Ty Simpson, Alabama quarterback, is projected to be selected 28th overall by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2026 NFL Draft. The prediction includes a mock trade involving the Houston Texans.
Key points
- Ty Simpson is a quarterback from Alabama
- Projected to be drafted 28th overall
- Arizona Cardinals are involved in a mock trade
- Trade is with the Houston Texans
- 2026 NFL Draft is approaching
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The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching fast and league scouts are solidifying their big boards. Quarterback Ty Simpson could be among the players who hear their name called early in Pittsburgh this week when the NFL welcomes its newest class of rookies.
USA TODAY Sports has all the latest on where the prospect out of Alabama may land.
Here's how USA TODAY's latest mock draft currently projects draft day will play out for the former college star.
Ty Simpson 2026 NFL Draft prediction: Pick No. 28 overall, Arizona Cardinals (Mock trade from the Houston Texans)
Nate Davis' Fit Analysis:
Could Arizona be the team that comes up for the highly-scrutinized Bama quarterback, though Simpson is still widely-regarded as this drafts clear-cut No. 2 passer? It could make sense given veteran Jacoby Brissett remains in place as an ideal bridge option, and the weapons are fairly plentiful when you've got the league's best receiving tight end (Trey McBride) and a solid group of backs and receivers ? And that's potentially an understatement if Marvin Harrison Jr. blossoms. And for anyone infatuated with the sterling tape Simpson compiled in the first part of last season anyway he could be a steal, especially at a time when clubs are more comfortable pivoting from Round 1 QBs anyway. Though Simpson only started for one season, he did throw (473) and complete (305) more passes than anyone in the SEC last year, so he did pack a fair amount of experience into 2025. Maybe the Cards need to jump the Jets at No. 33 and maybe not. But coming up here from No. 34 probably only costs GM Monti Ossenfort a fourth-rounder while also conferring the fifth-year option that comes with being a first-rounder.
Ayrton Ostly's Big Board Rank: No. 32
Q&A
Where is Ty Simpson projected to be drafted in 2026?
Ty Simpson is projected to be drafted 28th overall by the Arizona Cardinals.
Which team is making a trade to select Ty Simpson?
The Arizona Cardinals are making a mock trade with the Houston Texans to select Ty Simpson.
What position does Ty Simpson play?
Ty Simpson plays as a quarterback.
What college did Ty Simpson play for?
Ty Simpson played for the University of Alabama.
