Overview
- Simpson said on FanDuel TV’s Up & Adams that Panthers starter and fellow Alabama alum Bryce Young has mentored him since his freshman year, guiding him on the mental side and the NFL transition.
- Cleveland remains a focal point of speculation after Simpson met with the Browns at the combine and on a team visit and called the franchise a dream destination, though some local reporting suggests the Browns are unlikely to use picks No. 6 or 24 on him.
- Simpson praised new Browns coach Todd Monken, citing longstanding family ties and calling his offense quarterback‑friendly, while Yahoo Sports noted Cleveland continues evaluating options with two first‑round picks.
- Media projections still link Simpson to several potential landing spots, including the Steelers, Jets and Cardinals, with scenarios ranging from a late‑first selection to a trade‑up or early‑second move.
- In his first full season as Alabama’s starter, Simpson completed 64.5% of his passes for 3,567 yards with 28 touchdowns and five interceptions, drawing QB2 consensus behind Fernando Mendoza despite a late‑season dip.