Alabama Announces Ty Simpson News on Wednesday

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Alabama Announces Ty Simpson News on Wednesday

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson has been named a semifinalist for one of the most prestigious college football awards. 

Simpson, who has had a remarkable year as the starting QB for the No. 4 Crimson Tide, is within range of the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award and has a legitimate shot at winning it.

The program announced as much on Wednesday, having recently received some encouraging recruiting news. Simpson is among 20 quarterbacks listed as semifinalists, per daveyobrienaward.com.

Presented by the Davey O’Brien Foundation, the accolade is given to the top quarterback in the FBS every year and is based on performance, leadership and character. 

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) passes against the South Carolina Gamecocks.© Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

It is named after legendary TCU Horned Frogs QB Davey O’Brien, who won the Heisman Trophy in 1938. 

Established in 1977, the award has been exclusively for quarterbacks since 1981. Tennessee Titans rookie Cam Ward won it while with the Miami Hurricanes in 2024. 

Simpson is in his first year as a starter at Alabama, having previously sat behind Bryce Young and Jalen Milroe. He has developed into a sensational talent after years of patience, drawing national attention as one of the most exciting players in college football in 2025.

A Tennessee native, Ty Simpson committed to Alabama as a five-star dual-threat QB in 2021, turning down offers from the Tennessee Volunteers, Clemson Tigers and several other top schools. 

Alabama named him as their starting QB midway through fall camp this year. 

He has registered 2,461 passing yards on 66.9 percent completion so far this term, throwing for 21 touchdowns and just one interception, adding 87 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. 

The nomination can be considered a strong endorsement of his future success in the NFL.

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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Nov 12, 2025, where it first appeared in the College section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

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