$2.1 million QB makes career decision amid 7-figure offers from Power Four teams

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has officially entered the 2026 NFL Draft, despite receiving substantial financial offers from various college programs. Simpson, who declared for the draft after Alabama's season concluded, turned down multiple seven-figure offers, including one worth $6.5 million, according to AL.com. These offers came from Power Four schools looking to secure his talents for their offenses next fall. Three SEC programs reportedly offered him starting figures of $4 million.

Simpson's decision is notable given the rising market for quarterbacks at top-tier programs, where high NIL valuations are common. His NIL valuation was previously set at $2.1 million by On3 Sports. On the field, Simpson delivered an impressive performance as Alabama's starting quarterback, amassing 3,567 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and only five interceptions with a 64.5% completion rate.

In a statement on Instagram, Simpson expressed his pride in being part of Alabama's legacy and emphasized the importance of staying true to himself