Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Wednesday.
The redshirt junior led the SEC in completions (305) and pass attempts (473) in 15 games this season, recording a completion percentage of 64.5. The Crimson Tide co-captain threw for 3,567 yards, 28 touchdowns and five interceptions, while also rushing for 93 yards and two scores on 90 carries.
After the news broke, Simpson shared a video on his Instagram that included a speech reflecting on his time with the Crimson Tide. Here’s the video and a full transcript of what Simpson said: