Ty Simpson, the former Alabama quarterback, remains hopeful of hearing his name called during the first round of the NFL Draft but understands the uncertainty surrounding his selection. Simpson’s collegiate performance has positioned him as a top quarterback prospect, trailing only Fernando Mendoza in early projections. However, his limited experience as a starting quarterback and a challenging finish to the 2023 season have introduced doubts about whether he will be chosen within the first 32 picks.
Simpson has consistently expressed confidence in his readiness for the NFL, asserting that he possesses the qualities of a first-round pick. On Wednesday, he reiterated this belief, stating that he has made as strong a case as possible for his selection.
"It's out of my control," Simpson said, via Jeremy Bergman of NFL Media. "I've done what I can do. I put my best foot forward, and whatever happens, happens. I'm at peace with it. I'm understanding that anything could happen. Just really excited to get started."
Whether Simpson is selected on Thursday or Friday of the draft, he remains focused on proving his worth to any team that may pass on him. His determination underscores his commitment to demonstrating that teams that overlooked him may have made a mistake in their draft evaluations.
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