There’s growing momentum around Ty Simpson. The production backs it up, and the tape is attracting more attention. Now, one former NFL quarterback is pushing that conversation further.
Dan Orlovsky Sees Ty Simpson as the Most NFL-Ready QB in the Class
The conversation around former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has gotten loud. During an appearance on the “Always College Football” podcast with Greg McElroy, ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky pushed back on how the national media has viewed him.
“I am much higher on Ty Simpson than probably the national media,” Orlovsky said. “I think he’s far closer to QB2. If he was 6’4”, he’d be the number two pick without a doubt by the New York Jets.”
“I think number one, he is surgical. What guy in this class has made the most NFL-type throws? I think it’s Ty Simpson,” Orlovsky said.
On X, the podcast’s official account posted the video with the caption, “If he was 6-foot-4, he’d be the #2 pick without a doubt by the New York Jets.” @danorlovsky7 explains why he is SO BULLISH on Ty Simpson.”
That is not about projection. It is about what is already there. Simpson shows comfort working through progressions and manipulating defenders.
“If he was 6-foot-4, he’d be the #2 pick without a doubt by the New York Jets.”@danorlovsky7 explains why he is SO BULLISH on Ty Simpson 🐘⬇️ pic.twitter.com/7dkcRShQVT
— Always College Football (@AlwaysCFB) March 24, 2026
He understands how to hold the backside with his eyes and deliver the ball with the right pace, depending on the window. Those are the kinds of traits that tend to carry over.
There is also a level of control to his game. He stays within structure and still finds ways to push the ball down the field without forcing it. That is where his evaluation starts to separate for some.
Why Simpson Is Still Climbing Despite Lower Draft Projections
The gap between how Simpson is being discussed and where he is currently projected remains evident.
PFSN’s board has Fernando Mendoza at No. 4 overall, while Simpson sits at No. 44. That difference reflects how teams weigh size, experience, and résumé alongside what shows up on tape.
Orlovsky called that out directly. If Simpson were 6-foot-4 or had more college starts, the conversation would likely look very different. Those factors still influence how quarterbacks are slotted.
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There is still time for movement. Workouts, interviews, and throwing sessions will give teams a closer look, and that is often where opinions change, especially for quarterbacks who win with timing and processing.
Simpson has started to build momentum. The production is there, and the tape is getting more attention. What matters now is how far that carries when boards are finalized.
