Cardinals Hosting Top QB Prospect Ty Simpson for Pre-Draft Visit

The Arizona Cardinals are taking a close look at Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson as they search for their next franchise signal-caller.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:20pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fractured motion of a quarterback's throwing action, with sharp planes of red, blue, and gold colors representing the Arizona Cardinals.The Cardinals' search for their next franchise quarterback takes a pivotal step with their evaluation of top prospect Ty Simpson.Norman Today

The Arizona Cardinals are hosting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson on a top 30 pre-draft visit, along with the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns. Simpson is expected to be one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft as the Cardinals look to replace the departed Kyler Murray.

Why it matters

The Cardinals are in desperate need of a long-term solution at quarterback after Murray's departure this offseason. Simpson is viewed as a potential first-round pick, and his visit with the Cardinals suggests they are seriously considering him as their next franchise QB.

The details

Simpson, who started 15 games at Alabama, is known for his mobility and processing ability, though there are some concerns about his size (6-1) and limited experience. The Cardinals will get an extended look at Simpson during the top 30 visit, which allows teams to interview prospects for up to 18 minutes and get a better feel for them as both players and people.

  • The Cardinals are hosting Simpson on a top 30 pre-draft visit in March 2026.
  • Simpson had a private workout with the New York Jets earlier in the draft process.

The players

Ty Simpson

A quarterback prospect from the University of Alabama who is expected to be one of the top quarterbacks selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike LaFleur

The head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, who met with Simpson during the top 30 visit.

Kyler Murray

The former starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, who departed the team this offseason, leaving a hole at the position.

Jacoby Brissett

A quarterback currently on the Arizona Cardinals' roster.

Gardner Minshew

A quarterback currently on the Arizona Cardinals' roster.

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What they’re saying

“Good dude. You get 18 minutes [in the combine interview]. With a quarterback you need about 18 hours, like 18 days in a row.”

— Mike LaFleur, Head Coach, Arizona Cardinals

What’s next

The Cardinals will continue their evaluation of Ty Simpson and other top quarterback prospects as they prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, where they will look to find their next franchise signal-caller.

The takeaway

The Cardinals' interest in Ty Simpson signals their urgency to find a long-term solution at quarterback after Kyler Murray's departure. Simpson's visit is an important step in their pre-draft process as they look to rebuild their offense around a new face of the franchise.