<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Browns</a></strong> seem to be the talk of the town after the combine and ahead of the 2026 <strong>NFL</strong> Draft. <strong>Shedeur Sanders</strong> just received a message from one of the top prospects this year.</p>



<p>Alabama quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ty Simpson</a> is flirting with the possibility of going to the Browns, according to cleveland.com. “<em>My dad and coach Monken go way back. They talk often. He texted him when he got the job and they’ve texted a little bit [since], so <strong>if I had the opportunity to play for the Browns,&nbsp;it would be a dream come true</strong>.”</em> This, obviously would impact Shedeur Sanders’ situation directly.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/carson-beck-warns-shedeur-sanders-over-chance-of-getting-drafted-by-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Simpson is not the first QB prospect to lobby for Monken and the Browns to draft him</a>. The Bama product is one of the best prospects at the quarterback position in this upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.</p>



<h2>How good of a prospect is Simpson?</h2>



<p><strong>Many see Simpson as the second-best quarterback in this class behind <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/fernando-mendoza" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fernando Mendoza</a></strong>. He has high mobility and escapability, which makes him a decent dual-threat prospect. Also, he comes from one of the most respected programs in the College Football scene, Alabama.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/06083037/ty-simpson-1920x1080.webp" alt="Ty Simpson Alabama QB" class="wp-image-540308"><figcaption>Quarterback Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Simpson has solid mechanics, and when given a clean pocket, he processes the field in a very good way. However, <strong>when under pressure, his output declines heavily</strong>. His size is also a detriment to him. </p>


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<h2>Simpson’s projected draft position is in the middle of the pack</h2>



<p>If you are a quarterback and aren’t projected to be a top 15-20 pick, the fact is you’re not seen as a top-tier prospect. Of course, it’s not an exact science, but it’s how <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> scouting works. <strong>Simpson is not seen as a top-tier quarterback</strong>.</p>



<p>Most mock drafts and projections have him as a day-2 guy, meaning a second-round pick. <strong>The best-case scenario would be a late first-round pick</strong>, though it does seem a bit unlikely. If the Browns want Simpson to compete with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a>, they can perfectly find him in the second round.</p>


Top QB prospect in 2026 NFL Draft sends clear message to Shedeur Sanders’ Browns after combine

Top QB prospect in 2026 NFL Draft sends clear message to Shedeur Sanders' Browns after combine - Bolavip US

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<p>Indianapolis once again becomes the proving ground for college stars with eyes on professional glory. In late February, many hopefuls will converge on Lucas Oil Stadium, each vying to boost their <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL </a></strong>draft stock with measurable drills.</p>



<p>This year’s <strong>Scouting Combine roster</strong> features a deep and varied class of prospects invited to showcase their athleticism and preparedness before <strong>NFL decision-makers</strong>. From sprinters testing the 40-yard dash to linemen enduring relentless position drills, the event sets the tone for April’s draft.</p>



<p><strong>2026 Combine</strong> offers scouts a first glimpse into traits often unseen on Saturdays in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a>. With coaches and general managers watching closely, these numbers may soon ripple through draft boards across the league.</p>



<h2>How many players are set to participate in the 2026 NFL Combine?</h2>



<p>The NFL has confirmed that <strong>319 draft prospects have been invited</strong> to the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, keeping the annual event firmly on the calendar as one of the most important stops on the road to the draft.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/24081330/nfl-scouting-combine-1920x1080.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-585819"><figcaption>A detail view of the logo is seen during the NFL Scouting Combine in 2025 (Source: Stacy Revere/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<p>Set to take place <strong>from February 23 through March 2</strong>, it brings together the next generation of potential NFL stars for a week of physical testing, interviews, medical evaluations and drills that can reshape draft boards across the league.</p>



<p>Of those invited, <strong>166 prospects are on offense, 146 are on defense and seven are specialists</strong>, representing a wide cross-section of talent from power conferences and smaller schools alike.</p>



<p>The invitations reflect the league’s assessment of the most promising college <strong>players eligible for the 2026 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nfl-draft">NFL Draft</a></strong>, with the Southeastern Conference once again leading all conferences in Combine participants.</p>



<p>While attendance isn’t mandatory for draft eligibility, a strong showing in Indianapolis can boost a player’s stock ahead of draft weekend in April — or raise questions that only further testing and Pro Days can answer.</p>



<h2>Which draft prospects are invited to the 2026 NFL Combine?</h2>



<h3>Quarterbacks</h3>



<ul><li>Joey Aguilar, Tennessee</li><li>Drew Allar, Penn State</li><li>Luke Altmyer, Illinois</li><li>Carson Beck, Miami</li><li>Jalon Daniels, Kansas</li><li>Joe Fagnano, UConn</li><li>Taylen Green, Arkansas</li><li>Haynes King, Georgia Tech</li><li>Cade Klubnik, Clemson</li><li>Fernando Mendoza, Indiana</li><li>Behren Morton, Texas Tech</li><li>Garrett Nussmeier, LSU</li><li>Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt</li><li>Cole Payton, North Dakota State</li><li>Sawyer Robertson, Baylor</li><li>Ty Simpson, Alabama</li></ul>



<h3>Running backs</h3>



<ul><li>Kaytron Allen, Penn State</li><li>Max Bredeson, Michigan</li><li>Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest</li><li>Jonah Coleman, Washington</li><li>CJ Donaldson, Ohio State</li><li>Rahsul Faison, South Carolina</li><li>Eli Heidenreich, Navy</li><li>Roman Hemby, Indiana</li><li>Robert Henry Jr., UTSA</li><li>Emmett Johnson, Nebraska</li><li>Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame</li><li>Seth McGowan, Kentucky</li><li>Jam Miller, Alabama</li><li>Le’Veon Moss, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Jadarian Price, Notre Dame</li><li>Adam Randall, Clemson</li><li>Desmond Reid, Pittsburgh</li><li>Nicholas Singleton, Penn State</li><li>J’Mari Taylor, Virginia</li><li>Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas</li><li>Noah Whittington, Oregon</li></ul>



<h3>Wide receivers</h3>



<ul><li>Aaron Anderson, LSU</li><li>Vinny Anthony II, Wisconsin</li><li>Chris Bell, Louisville</li><li>Dillon Bell, Georgia</li><li>Skyler Bell, UConn</li><li>Malik Benson, Oregon</li><li>Germie Bernard, Alabama</li><li>Denzel Boston, Washington</li><li>Zachariah Branch, Georgia</li><li>Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee</li><li>Barion Brown, LSU</li><li>Deion Burks, Oklahoma</li><li>Jeff Caldwell, Cincinnati</li><li>Josh Cameron, Baylor</li><li>Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri</li><li>KC Concepcion, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana</li><li>CJ Daniels, Miami</li><li>Caleb Douglas, Texas Tech</li><li>Malachi Fields, Notre Dame</li><li>Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Kansas</li><li>Chris Hilton Jr., LSU</li><li>Jordan Hudson, SMU</li><li>Ted Hurst, Georgia State</li><li>Caullin Lacy, Louisville</li><li>Bryce Lance, North Dakota State</li><li>Ja’Kobi Lane, USC</li><li>Kendrick Law, Kentucky</li><li>Makai Lemon, USC</li><li>Eric McAlister, TCU</li><li>Donaven McCulley, Michigan</li><li>Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech</li><li>Chase Roberts, BYU</li><li>Elijah Sarratt, Indiana</li><li>De’Zhaun Stribling, Mississippi</li><li>J. Michael Sturdivant, Florida</li><li>Carnell Tate, Ohio State</li><li>Zavion Thomas, LSU</li><li>Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State</li><li>Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State</li><li>Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech</li><li>Harrison Wallace III, Mississippi</li><li>Jalen Walthall, Incarnate Word</li><li>Kaden Wetjen, Iowa</li><li>Antonio Williams, Clemson</li><li>Colbie Young, Georgia</li></ul>



<h3>Tigh ends</h3>



<ul><li>Dallen Bentley, Utah</li><li>Nate Boerkircher, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Josh Cuevas, Alabama</li><li>Oscar Delp, Georgia</li><li>Khalil Dinkins, Penn State</li><li>Jack Endries, Texas</li><li>John Michael Gyllenborg, Wyoming</li><li>Matthew Hibner, SMU</li><li>Justin Joly, N.C. State</li><li>Will Kacmarek, Ohio State</li><li>Jaren Kanak, Oklahoma</li><li>Miles Kitselman, Tennessee</li><li>Max Klare, Ohio State</li><li>Marlin Klein, Michigan</li><li>Tanner Koziol, Houston</li><li>RJ Maryland, SMU</li><li>Lake McRee, USC</li><li>Riley Nowakowski, Indiana</li><li>Eli Raridon, Notre Dame</li><li>DJ Rogers, TCU</li><li>Sam Roush, Stanford</li><li>Joe Royer, Cincinnati</li><li>Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon</li><li>Bauer Sharp, LSU</li><li>Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt</li><li>Michael Trigg, Baylor</li><li>Dae’Quan Wright, Mississippi</li></ul>



<h3>Offensive linemen</h3>



<ul><li>Chris Adams, Memphis</li><li>Austin Barber, Florida</li><li>Evan Beerntsen, Northwestern</li><li>Markel Bell, Miami</li><li>Chase Bisontis, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Jude Bowry, Boston College</li><li>Parker Brailsford, Alabama</li><li>Joshua Braun, Kentucky</li><li>Travis Burke, Memphis</li><li>Jager Burton, Kentucky</li><li>DJ Campbell, Texas</li><li>Fernando Carmona, Arkansas</li><li>Kage Casey, Boise State</li><li>Pat Coogan, Indiana</li><li>Anez Cooper, Miami</li><li>Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Enrique Cruz Jr., Kansas</li><li>J.C. Davis, Illinois</li><li>Garrett DiGiorgio, UCLA</li><li>Gennings Dunker, Iowa</li><li>Fa’alili Fa’amoe, Wake Forest</li><li>Spencer Fano, Utah</li><li>Jalen Farmer, Kentucky</li><li>Monroe Freeling, Georgia</li><li>Matt Gulbin, Michigan State</li><li>Alex Harkey, Oregon</li><li>Sam Hecht, Kansas State</li><li>Alan Herron, Maryland</li><li>Max Iheanachor, Arizona State</li><li>Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State</li><li>Logan Jones, Iowa</li><li>Connor Lew, Auburn</li><li>Caleb Lomu, Utah</li><li>Francis Mauigoa, Miami</li><li>Blake Miller, Clemson</li><li>Micah Morris, Georgia</li><li>Febechi Nwaiwu, Oklahoma</li><li>Brian Parker II, Duke</li><li>Diego Pounds, Mississippi</li><li>Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon</li><li>Kadyn Proctor, Alabama</li><li>Ar’maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Jaeden Roberts, Alabama</li><li>Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech</li><li>Billy Schrauth, Notre Dame</li><li>Drew Shelton, Penn State</li><li>Jake Slaughter, Florida</li><li>Beau Stephens, Iowa</li><li>Logan Taylor, Boston College</li><li>Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern</li><li>Keagen Trost, Missouri</li><li>Dillon Wade, Auburn</li><li>Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame</li><li>Carver Willis, Washington</li><li>Jeremiah Wright, Auburn</li><li>Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&amp;M</li></ul>



<h3>Defensive linemen</h3>



<ul><li>Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke</li><li>David Bailey, Texas Tech</li><li>Rueben Bain Jr., Miami</li><li>Cameron Ball, Arkansas</li><li>Caleb Banks, Florida</li><li>Jaishawn Barham, Michigan</li><li>Nick Barrett, South Carolina</li><li>Rayshaun Benny, Michigan</li><li>DeMonte Capehart, Clemson</li><li>Brandon Cleveland, N.C. State</li><li>Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati</li><li>Keyron Crawford, Auburn</li><li>Caden Curry, Ohio State</li><li>Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State</li><li>Zane Durant, Penn State</li><li>Bryson Eason, Tennessee</li><li>Deven Eastern, Minnesota</li><li>Logan Fano, Utah</li><li>Keldric Faulk, Auburn</li><li>Skyler Gill-Howard, Texas Tech</li><li>George Gumbs Jr., Florida</li><li>David Gusta, Kentucky</li><li>Gracen Halton, Oklahoma</li><li>Zxavian Harris, Mississippi</li><li>Romello Height, Texas Tech</li><li>Cashius Howell, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Aidan Hubbard, Northwestern</li><li>Lee Hunter, Texas Tech</li><li>Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College</li><li>Gabe Jacas, Illinois</li><li>Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State</li><li>Bobby Jamison-Travis, Auburn</li><li>Marvin Jones Jr., Oklahoma</li><li>Joshua Josephs, Tennessee</li><li>Tim Keenan III, Alabama</li><li>Nyjalik Kelly, UCF</li><li>Malachi Lawrence, UCF</li><li>Max Llewellyn, Iowa</li><li>Anthony Lucas, USC</li><li>Jackie Marshall, Baylor</li><li>Chris McClellan, Missouri</li><li>Kayden McDonald, Ohio State</li><li>Akheem Mesidor, Miami</li><li>Christen Miller, Georgia</li><li>Derrick Moore, Michigan</li><li>Trey Moore, Texas</li><li>Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Domonique Orange, Iowa State</li><li>LT Overton, Alabama</li><li>T.J. Parker, Clemson</li><li>Patrick Payton, LSU</li><li>Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana</li><li>Jack Pyburn, LSU</li><li>Albert Regis, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Mason Reiger, Wisconsin</li><li>Tyreak Sapp, Florida</li><li>Gary Smith III, UCLA</li><li>R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma</li><li>Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan</li><li>Damonic Williams, Oklahoma</li><li>Wesley Williams, Duke</li><li>Peter Woods, Clemson</li><li>Zion Young, Missouri</li></ul>



<h3>Linebackers</h3>



<ul><li>CJ Allen, Georgia</li><li>Lander Barton, Utah</li><li>Wesley Bissainthe, Miami</li><li>Bryce Boettcher, Oregon</li><li>Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma</li><li>Kaleb Elarms-Orr, TCU</li><li>Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State</li><li>Aiden Fisher, Indiana</li><li>Eric Gentry, USC</li><li>Jake Golday, Cincinnati</li><li>Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma</li><li>Anthony Hill Jr., Texas</li><li>Justin Jefferson, Alabama</li><li>Jack Kelly, BYU</li><li>Deontae Lawson, Alabama</li><li>Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh</li><li>Red Murdock, Buffalo</li><li>Namdi Obiazor, TCU</li><li>Harold Perkins Jr., LSU</li><li>Arvell Reese, Ohio State</li><li>Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech</li><li>Jimmy Rolder, Michigan</li><li>Karson Sharar, Iowa</li><li>Xavian Sorey Jr., Arkansas</li><li>Sonny Styles, Ohio State</li><li>Josiah Trotter, Missouri</li><li>Scooby Williams, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Wade Woodaz, Clemson</li><li>Taurean York, Texas A&amp;M</li></ul>



<h3>Defensive backs</h3>



<ul><li>Keith Abney II, Arizona State</li><li>Marcus Allen, North Carolina</li><li>Jadon Canady, Oregon</li><li>Brandon Cisse, South Carolina</li><li>Bud Clark, TCU</li><li>Tacario Davis, Washington</li><li>Mansoor Delane, LSU</li><li>Charles Demmings, Stephen F. Austin</li><li>Thaddeus Dixon, North Carolina</li><li>Caleb Downs, Ohio State</li><li>Daylen Everette, Georgia</li><li>Bishop Fitzgerald, USC</li><li>Andre Fuller, Toledo</li><li>Jaylon Guilbeau, Texas</li><li>TJ Hall, Iowa</li><li>Ahmari Harvey, Georgia Tech</li><li>A.J. Haulcy, LSU</li><li>Colton Hood, Tennessee</li><li>Jalen Huskey, Maryland</li><li>Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State</li><li>Domani Jackson, Alabama</li><li>Chris Johnson, San Diego State</li><li>Dalton Johnson, Arizona</li><li>Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina</li><li>Will Lee III, Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Hezekiah Masses, Cal</li><li>Jermod McCoy, Tennessee</li><li>Latrell McCutchin Sr., Houston</li><li>Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo</li><li>Devin Moore, Florida</li><li>Louis Moore, Indiana</li><li>Ahmaad Moses, SMU</li><li>Malik Muhammad, Texas</li><li>Julian Neal, Arkansas</li><li>Xavier Nwankpa, Iowa</li><li>VJ Payne, Kansas State</li><li>D’Angelo Ponds, Indiana</li><li>Toriano Pride Jr., Missouri</li><li>Ephesians Prysock, Washington</li><li>Kamari Ramsey, USC</li><li>Chandler Rivers, Duke</li><li>Keionte Scott, Miami</li><li>DeShon Singleton, Nebraska</li><li>Avery Smith, Toledo</li><li>Genesis Smith, Arizona</li><li>Robert Spears-Jennings, Oklahoma</li><li>Treydan Stukes, Arizona</li><li>Lorenzo Styles Jr., Ohio State</li><li>Michael Taaffe, Texas</li><li>Avieon Terrell, Clemson</li><li>Dillon Thieneman, Oregon</li><li>Jakobe Thomas, Miami</li><li>Zakee Wheatley, Penn State</li><li>Collin Wright, Stanford</li></ul>



<h3>Specialists</h3>



<ul><li>Tommy Doman Jr., Florida</li><li>Ryan Eckley, Michigan State</li><li>Trey Smack, Florida</li><li>Drew Stevens, Iowa</li><li>Jack Stonehouse, Syracuse</li><li>Brett Thorson, Georgia</li><li>Dominic Zvada, Michigan</li></ul>


How many draft prospects are participating at the 2026 NFL Combine?

How many draft prospects are participating at the 2026 NFL Combine? - Bolavip US

<p>Back in the day, declaring for the <strong>NFL </strong>Draft would mean one thing only: College Football days are behind. However, NIL changed that. When <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alabama</a> </strong>quarterback <strong>Ty Simpson</strong> made his intentions to go pro official, many programs wanted him to stay and change jerseys.</p>



<p>However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Simpson</a> is not about that life. He is Crimson Tide for life.<em> “There is no doubt in my mind that&nbsp;<strong>the last jersey I wanted to wear&nbsp;in college was the Alabama Crimson Tide jersey</strong>,” </em>Simpson said to ESPN.com. “<em>I came there. I stayed there.”</em></p>



<p>Hence, Simpson is content with going to the draft, where he is a highly-touted prospect at the QB position. And Simpson really felt that Alabama jersey, as <strong>he received, reportedly, up to $6.5 million from one school</strong>. Miami, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/oregon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Oregon</a>, and Tennessee were interested in Simpson’s play.</p>



<h2>Simpson could be a high draft pick</h2>



<p>Many analysts put <strong>Ty Simpson as a top 15 draft pick</strong>, so the $6.5 million NIL money he was offered won’t be missed. A first-round QB will earn plenty more. Simpson is one of the most polarizing figures in terms of potential.</p>



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<p>Simpson is viewed as high-end prospect but with plenty of development needed. However, <strong>he excels at throwing in tight windows and has great pocket awareness</strong>. While he is a pocket passer, he also has a surprisingly fast acceleration.</p>


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<h2>Who will be the next Alabama QB?</h2>



<p><strong>Austin Mack is poised to start for the Crimson Tide in 2026</strong>. Mack had some snaps this past year after Simpson suffered a rib injury. He completed 75% of his passes for 228 yards and two touchdowns. </p>



<p><strong>If Mack isn’t the one, then it’s likely going to be Keelon Russell.</strong> Russell had only 15 pass attempts and completed 11 of them. He racked up 143 yards and two touchdowns. Mack has had more snaps, but Russell has some raw talent that might be worth exploring.</p>


Ty Simpson leaves clear message to Alabama amid transfer rumors post NFL Draft declaration

Ty Simpson leaves clear message to Alabama amid transfer rumors post NFL Draft declaration - Bolavip US

<p>After their investment on <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-beck">Carson Beck</a></strong> led to great success in <strong>college football</strong>, the <strong>Miami Hurricanes</strong> are looking to repeat the recipe. As one top quarterback has dclared for the <strong>2026 NFL Draft</strong>, the Canes are hoping to change his mind with a lucrative offer.</p>



<p>Coming off a breakout season with the Alabama Crimson Tide, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson">Ty Simpson</a></strong> declared for the NFL Draft. However, in today’s college football landscape—where NIL deals reign supreme—nothing is ever set in stone. On that note, the Hurricanes aren’t throwing in the towel and are making an all-out push to land the star, who would be a redshirt senior in 2026. </p>



<p>According to a report by <em>The Next Round</em> on X, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-hurricanes">Miami</a> is offering Simpson $6.5 million</strong> to take over the reins following Beck’s imminent departure. The Tennessee Volunteers and Ole Miss Rebels are also reported to have submitted an offer for the former Alabama star. However, he may not be as inclined to joining a fellow SEC opponent of his alma mater. </p>



<p>As it stands, <strong>Simpson is not guaranteed to be a first-round selection</strong> in the 2026 NFL Draft, so playing one final year of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> could be a wise move. Of course, there’s a risk-reward balance to that decision, but the $6.5 million could prove crucial if Simpson decides to take a U-turn in his career.</p>



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<h2>Is Beck declaring for the NFL Draft?</h2>



<p>Though the sixth-year quarterback hasn’t publicly declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, there’s little question about his path forward. The Georgia transfer initially declared for the 2025 Draft but <strong>opted out to play his final year of eligibility in Coral Gables</strong>—well, technically Miami Gardens. On January 19, Beck will step onto the college football stage for the last time, and it will be on the sport’s biggest stage. He can go out with a bang—or a heartbreaking loss.</p>


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<p>Regardless, one thing is certain: his draft stock has experienced a miraculous rise after his heroic playoff performances. Had it not been for the controversial decision by the Selection Committee to send Miami over Notre Dame into the Playoffs, <strong>Beck may have gone undrafted</strong>. Now, he has a legitimate shot at making an NFL roster ahead of the 2027 season.</p>



<h2>Transfer QBs are running college football</h2>



<p>For the second straight season, all four programs in the College Football Playoff Semifinals featured an experienced transfer quarterback under center. The National Championship will be decided between Fernando Mendoza and Carson Beck, the two players <strong>combine for a total of nine seasons in college</strong>. This statistic paints a crystal-clear picture of the state of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> football. </p>



<p><strong>Transfer signal-callers run the show</strong>, and every program has seemingly learned that lesson. Now, the Hurricanes are looking to repeat the formula that’s led them to their best college football season in decades.</p>


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Hurricanes pitch $6.5 million offer to lure Carson Beck successor away from NFL

Hurricanes pitch $6.5 million offer to lure Carson Beck successor away from NFL - Bolavip US

<p>It wasn’t just another day for the <strong>Alabama Crimson Tide</strong>, and it wasn’t just another win in the record books. Overcoming a 17-point first-quarter deficit against the <strong>Oklahoma Sooners</strong> sent a clear message to all of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a></strong>: <strong>Kalen DeBoer</strong>’s team not only has talent but also the character to achieve great things.</p>



<p>In fact, this was one of the points the coach emphasized after the game in his comments to <em>ESPN</em> sideline reporter Laura Rutledge. Bama knew they needed not only Simpson to mount a comeback but also <strong>an internal fire to drive them forward.</strong></p>



<p><em>“Our guys have been in it all year long and … <strong>I’m proud of the fight</strong>,”</em> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kalen-deboer">DeBoer</a> said. <em>“I know I’m going to get that every single time we step on the field. We had to create our own breaks a little bit. We knew it was going to be a fist fight. We knew it was going to be a physical game, it’d be hard moving the ball, but <strong>you just got to keep playing.</strong>”</em></p>



<p>He also added: <em>“We always talk about when your number gets called, be ready. These guys worked all week long, I really felt like they were dialed in. The critical moments, that’s the difference in our team this year than what we were in the past, and there were some critical moments where our guys stepped up and made plays. The players are the ones that bring everything to life and they did that tonight.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/20111931/kalen-deboer-ty-simpson-1920x1080.webp" alt="Kalen DeBoer with Ty Simpson" class="wp-image-548599"></figure></div><figcaption>Kalen Deboer and Ty Simpson.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Simpson, the architect of the comeback</h2>



<p>In their thrilling comeback victory against Oklahoma, Alabama quarterback <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson">Ty Simpson</a> played a nearly perfect second half</strong> to keep the Crimson Tide’s championship hopes alive. Simpson <strong>completed 18-of-29 passes (62.1%) for 232 yards and two touchdowns</strong>, leading a historic 17-point rally without throwing a single interception. </p>


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<p>His poise under pressure and connection with freshman receiver Lotzeir Brooks proved to be the spark Alabama needed to secure the 34-24 win and advance to the Rose Bowl.</p>



<h2>What’s next for the Crimson Tide?</h2>



<p>After their dramatic comeback win over Oklahoma, the No. 9 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama Crimson Tide</a> (11-3) have officially advanced to the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. <strong>They are set to face the undefeated No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers</strong> (13-0) in the historic Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a></strong> and <strong>Ty Simpson</strong> are gearing up for crucial matchups as the <strong>No. 11 Texas Longhorns </strong>and <strong>No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide</strong> face ranked opponents in <strong>college football</strong>. The two quarterbacks share a strong friendship—and they’re putting it to good use.</p>



<p>With the Longhorns set to visit the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/arch-manning-admits-he-will-resort-to-sec-opponent-for-help-ahead-of-visit-to-georgia-with-texas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Manning admitted he will be resorting to an SEC opponent</a> for mentoring: Alabama quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ty Simpson</a>. Simpson and the Tide have taken the Dawgs down on the road, and their <strong>experience might come in handy</strong> when Manning and Texas walk into Sanford Stadium in Athens.</p>



<p>However, Manning isn’t the only one taking advantage of his connections in the NCAA. Ahead of the Crimson Tide’s <strong>matchup with the No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners</strong>, Simpson is going straight to the source, as Manning and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a> defeated the Sooners earlier in the year at the Red River Rivalry.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>That’s my guy</strong>,” </em>Simpson admitted about Manning. <em>“It was a good game, so I asked him a couple questions. He asked me a couple questions about Vanderbilt and about Georgia. Quarterback etiquette, talking to one another, ‘Hey what did you see? What did they do here?’ Just about plays and fronts in general. <strong>Stuff we talk about not just as friends but quarterbacks as well</strong>.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/09/30162703/ty-simpson-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Ty Simpson looking after the game" class="wp-image-501272" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Ty Simpson at Sanford Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Athens, Georgia.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Goes way back</h2>



<p>Though Simpson and Manning are both playing their first season as starting quarterbacks in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>, the two go way back, knowing each other for a very long time. </p>


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<p><em>“<strong>We had to be in like middle school</strong>,” </em>Simpson added.<em> “We worked out together a couple times. Of course, we had a ton of respect for each other, just because of us being two of the best quarterbacks. <strong>How similar we are</strong>. We just love ball. We’ll hang out outside of football. He’s a nut. A ton of respect to him and his family and his brother. He’s a really good friend. A good friend to have.”</em></p>



<h2>Similarities</h2>



<p>Both quarterbacks had to wait for their opportunities in college football, and neither complained once about the lack of playing time in their early collegiate years. Manning was the bigger name, <strong>serving as Quinn Ewers’ backup</strong>, while Simpson wasn’t yet a household name as he sat <strong>behind Jalen Milroe at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alabama</a></strong>.</p>



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ya man Ty Simpson is a demon <a href="https://t.co/pYml6mH5TJ">https://t.co/pYml6mH5TJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/PqxgLmVH0L">pic.twitter.com/PqxgLmVH0L</a></p>— Liam Blutman (@Blutman27) <a href="https://twitter.com/Blutman27/status/1987342135465533710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



<p>Although their situations weren’t identical, their journeys shared some key similarities. Now, they’re hoping to give each other a hand on the eve of marquee matchups in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> season. Who knows? <strong>Maybe the two will meet on the gridiron</strong> in the SEC Championship Game or the College Football Playoffs. </p>



<p>Alabama (8-1, 6-0 SEC) has a <strong>clear path</strong> <strong>toward those goals</strong>, while Texas (7-2, 4-1 conference) must win out and hope for some help around the league to reach the conference title game. Either way, Simpson and Manning remain two of the biggest names in college football.</p>


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<p>The No. 4 <strong>Alabama Crimson Tide</strong> face one of the biggest tests of their season when hosting the No. 12 <strong>Oklahoma Sooners</strong> in the 2025 <strong>NCAA </strong>season. Ahead of the key SEC showdown, <strong>Kalen DeBoer</strong> voiced a stern reminder for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ty-simpson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ty Simpson</a></strong> and company.</p>



<p>Though this is only DeBoer’s second year at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alabama</a>, the head coach has already faced Oklahoma before—and <strong>he’s determined to right his wrongs</strong>. Last season, the Sooners defeated the Crimson Tide 24–3, eliminating the Script A from College Football Playoff contention. Moreover, as Oklahoma handed Bama its third loss of the 2024 campaign, it also knocked the Tide out of the race for the SEC Championship.</p>



<p>This time around, the Crimson Tide is in a much better place in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a>. <strong>Boasting an 8-1 record (6-0 in the conference), </strong>Alabama is in pole position to make the 2025 SEC Championship Game. Moreover, the Tide should be a lock for the College Football Playoffs. </p>



<p><strong>Barring a catastrophic home stretch of the year</strong>, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kalen-deboer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DeBoer</a>, Simpson, and Bama should make the cut for the expanded postseason. With only three games remaining, defeating Oklahoma would virtually clinch Alabama’s place in the playoffs. Therefore, <strong>DeBoer isn’t leaving anything to chance</strong>, voicing a strong message for the players.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/09/03132949/kalen-deboer-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Kalen DeBoer looks to his side" class="wp-image-484533" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Kalen DeBoer at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. </figcaption></figure>



<h2>Remember last year</h2>



<p><em>“You know, we have a lot of new players on the team, so there are players that didn’t experience [last year’s loss to Oklahoma]. <strong>The ones that did certainly better remember</strong>,” </em>DeBoer admitted, via <em>On3. </em></p>


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<p><em>“And understand that, more importantly, you’re facing a really good program that, you know, obviously, we went to their place and got beat up pretty good last year, and <strong>that’s who’s coming to town this week</strong>.</em>“</p>



<p>Though Simpson saw the field on just a few occasions last season, he did take a snap during the 24–3 defeat in Norman. Now, Simpson and the Tide are seeking revenge against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/oklahoma-sooners" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sooners</a> as the <strong>school from the Land of Red Dirt</strong> walks into town.</p>



<h2>Something new, something old</h2>



<p>When Alabama hosts Oklahoma at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Nov. 15, it will mark just the second time the Sooners have visited Tuscaloosa in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a> history. As it stands, the two schools have gone head-to-head seven times, with <strong>Oklahoma holding the upper hand at 4-2-1 against Alabama</strong>. </p>



<p>The Crimson Tide have never beaten the Sooners outside of Miami, Florida, as their two victories came at neutral sites. When Brent Venables and the Sooners arrive in Tuscaloosa, DeBoer, Simpson, and the Tide will not only face a ranked opponent but also the weight of having <strong>never defeated Oklahoma in the Heart of Dixie</strong>.</p>


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