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Ty Simpson Set for First Alabama Start at Florida State in DeBoer’s Second Season

Continuity with returning coordinator Ryan Grubb is viewed as the key to a cleaner, more aggressive attack.

Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs the ball during the second half against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Bryant-Denny Stadium on August 31, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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Overview

  • Alabama officially named longtime backup Ty Simpson its starting quarterback for 2025 after a competition with Austin Mack and Keelon Russell.
  • Simpson’s first start comes Saturday at Florida State, and he says Nick Saban told him to play within himself and keep drives from turning negative.
  • Kalen DeBoer says reuniting with OC Ryan Grubb has the staff more aligned and allows them to push the offense further.
  • Starting right guard Jaeden Roberts is questionable as he works through concussion protocol, and running back Jamarion Miller will miss the early part of the season with a dislocated collarbone.
  • Analysts set measured benchmarks and bold forecasts, with Todd McShay urging Simpson to be efficient like Mac Jones and ESPN’s Reece Davis predicting Alabama to win the SEC contingent on strong quarterback play.