Steelers Eye Alabama's Ty Simpson at 2026 NFL Combine
The Pittsburgh Steelers are making waves at the 2026 NFL Combine, with a formal sit-down with Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson. While the Steelers pick at No. 21 overall, Simpson stands out as their primary first-round quarterback target.
Simpson is set to showcase his skills at Lucas Oil Stadium, stepping into the spotlight as the top quarterback prospect throwing at the combine. This comes as Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, expected to be the No. 1 overall pick, opts to hold off for his pro day in Bloomington.
Simpson's journey to the draft has been a rollercoaster. Once ranked as high as No. 3 on the NFL Mock Draft Database consensus big board during his inaugural season as Alabama's starter, he's now sitting at No.
- This variability keeps teams like the Steelers intrigued.
Pittsburgh is on the hunt for a long-term quarterback solution. Since their 2022 first-round pick, Kenny Pickett, didn't pan out as hoped, they've been relying on temporary fixes.
Enter Aaron Rodgers, who the Steelers are pursuing to lead their offense in 2026. However, bringing Rodgers on board doesn't rule out drafting a quarterback in the first round.
Rodgers' history of mentoring future talents, like his time with the Green Bay Packers and Jordan Luck, adds an intriguing layer. The Steelers might be banking on Rodgers' ability to groom their next franchise quarterback, potentially setting the stage for a seamless transition in Pittsburgh.