Overview
- Backup Austin Mack entered early in the third quarter with Alabama trailing 24-0 to No. 1 Indiana in the CFP quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl.
- Simpson took multiple hard hits, visited the medical tent, and was observed grimacing on throws after receiving halftime care.
- Before being pulled, Simpson completed 12 of 16 passes for 67 yards, added 17 rushing yards, and lost a fumble on the hard first‑half hit.
- Mack had limited action this season but arrived with efficient numbers, having gone 13 of 16 for 125 yards and two touchdowns.
- The winner advances to face No. 5 Oregon in the Peach Bowl, and no immediate long‑term medical update on Simpson was available.