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Alabama Looks to Next QB to Lead Offense
Crimson Tide confident in-house talent can step up after star QB's departure
Apr. 11, 2026 at 9:07am
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Alabama's next quarterback will be tasked with leading the Crimson Tide's high-powered offense, as the program looks to develop its next star signal-caller.Tuscaloosa TodayWith potential first-round NFL draft pick Ty Simpson leaving Alabama's football program, the Crimson Tide are looking to their own roster to find the next starting quarterback. The team is confident it can develop an in-house talent to lead the offense, rather than turning to the transfer portal or recruiting trail.
Why it matters
Alabama is one of the premier college football programs, known for consistently producing top NFL talent. Replacing a star quarterback is always a critical transition, and the Crimson Tide's ability to develop the next leader of their offense will be closely watched as they aim to maintain their status as a national powerhouse.
The details
Alabama is confident it can find its next starting quarterback from within the program, rather than seeking a transfer or recruiting a new player. The team has a history of developing elite signal-callers, and coaches believe they have the talent on the current roster to seamlessly replace Ty Simpson, who is projected to be a first-round NFL draft pick.
- Ty Simpson is leaving Alabama's football program after the 2025 season.
The players
Ty Simpson
A potential first-round NFL draft pick who is departing the Alabama football program.
Alabama
One of the premier college football programs, known for consistently producing top NFL talent.
The takeaway
Alabama's ability to develop the next starting quarterback from within its program will be crucial to the team's continued success and status as a national powerhouse in college football.
