Rams gamble on Ty Simpson at No. 13 in NFL Draft. Here’s why
Alabama QB Ty Simpson is widely considered the second-best quarterback in the 2026 NFL Draft class. Did he get drafted in the first round?
There wasn't any drama surrounding the first quarterback selected in the 2026 NFL Draft , but what about the second? After Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza landed with the Las Vegas Raiders at the No. 1 overall pick, the attention shifted to where Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson would end up.
Widely considered the second-best quarterback prospect in the 2026 class, Simpson had a variety of possible landing spots heading into the first night of the NFL draft. As it turns out, he didn't have to wait too long to hear his name called. Outside of the Raiders , a few teams were notably in immediate need of a new signal-caller behind center.
The New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals are among the most quarterback-needy teams in the NFL, though more pressing needs at other positions could take precedence over drafting a young quarterback in the first round. 2026 NFL DRAFT: Who is attending the first round? List of green room invites Through the first half of the draft, has Simpson heard his name called?
Or does he still remain available for a team in need of young talent at the position? Here's what to know as the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft continues on: Has Ty Simpson been drafted yet? Yes.