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Ty Simpson Courts Browns, Pitches Carnell Tate Pairing as Insiders Downplay Fit

Team insiders describe his Cleveland chances as unlikely given front-office direction plus existing quarterback depth.

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Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks on prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2026 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Overview

  • On the Up & Adams show, the Alabama quarterback urged Cleveland to draft him with Ohio State receiver Carnell Tate and lauded head coach Todd Monken.
  • Simpson and Tate completed pre-draft visits to the Browns, and Simpson has called Cleveland a dream destination tied to his longstanding connection with Monken.
  • Local reporting, including Tony Grossi, signals the Browns are unlikely to select Simpson, citing GM Andrew Berry’s control, a possible preference for Drew Allar, and projected priorities at left tackle and wide receiver.
  • Cleveland’s quarterback room remains Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson and Dillon Gabriel after no veteran addition in the first wave of free agency.
  • Simpson is widely viewed as the No. 2 QB in the class behind Fernando Mendoza after a 2025 season with 3,567 yards, 28 touchdowns and five interceptions, and he credits Panthers QB Bryce Young with mentoring him.