Ty Simpson opens up about ‘life-changing’ $6.5 million decision before 2026 NFL Draft

Lucian Nemoiu

Ty Simpson had a lot to think about before deciding to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. The Alabama quarterback was getting some big-money offers from rival schools trying to lure him into staying in college for his senior season, and a $6.5 million offer from Miami — which lost to Indiana in the national championship game — gave him real pause about going pro. “I think the last offer was definitely one that I just had to sit down and consider, because it would have been life-changing money,” Simpson