Alabama's QB situation just got a whole lot more interesting! Ty Simpson has announced he's headed to the NFL Draft after a wild 2025 season. Simpson posted a heartfelt goodbye on Instagram, thanking Alabama for the memories. While some Tide fans hoped to see him back in 2026, this opens the door for Coach DeBoer to usher in a new era. DeBoer finally gets to handpick his signal-caller, and the battle for QB1 is already heating up! Two names are dominating the conversation: Austin Mack and Keelon Russell. Mack, who followed DeBoer from Washington, seems to have a slight edge. He knows the system inside and out, and even saw significant action in the Rose Bowl after Simpson's injury. But don't count out Russell! This five-star phenom boasts a sky-high ceiling. Despite being third-string this year, his raw talent could propel him to the top spot. While Jett Thomalla and Tayden Kaawa could make a run, it's looking like a Mack vs. Russell showdown for the starting quarterback gig. Get ready for an exciting spring as these two gunslingers battle for the keys to DeBoer's offense!Tide Turns: Simpson Declares for NFL Draft!
The Race is On: Who Will Be QB1?
Mack's Advantage?
Russell's Untapped Potential
A Spring Showdown in Tuscaloosa
