McShay Mocks Us Ty Simpson At 13

[TSFH Fan]

I get the injury concerns about Tyson and using 13 on someone like that. But what about Simpson? That guy doesn’t look like he can survive a full NFL season. He couldn’t even make it through healthy in his one & only college season.

If he ever becomes a starter, you better have a good backup. Heck look at Purdy - he can’t seem to make it a whole year either.

Finally!
Simpson's injury history seems to have been glossed over quite a bit. Let's look closer:

This is a young man who suffered a lower back/bulging disc on October 25. He hasn't taken one NFL snap and already has a disc issue. AFAIK, disc issues in young people don't magically go away as you get older playing a collision sport.

Additionally, he suffered from elbow bursitis, in his first year as a starter. I can't imagine Alabama's throwing regimen is anywhere near what the Rams do. Bursitis in his first year as a starter? Certainly not something you hope for.

Fractured rib against Indiana. Staff plays through those. Not this guy.

On top of all that is the gastritis thing.

Is this guy just generally unhealthy or what? People knocking Tyson shouldn't be giving this guy a free pass.


Sources:

https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/sports/college/football/2026/01/03/inside-look-at-alabama-football-ty-simpson-injuries-health-in-2025/88005964007/

NFL reporter provides positive injury update on Ty Simpson ahead of NFL Combine

The NFL combine is set to take place this week, and the health status of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson was updated ahead of his throwing session. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Simpson was dealing with a “severe” case of gastritis during the final weeks of the latest college football...

tdalabamamag.com

 

[Flatlyner]

why bucs?

Bakers' contract is over after this season and he hasn't been extended. I would think if the Bucs don't do something in the playoffs, they might be ready to move on from a 32 year old QB that hasn't been able to win in the playoffs. Not to mention the 45+million per year Baker's team is likely to be asking. Even if they were to resign him, I would not think it would be a long extension, thus having Simpson in the wings makes sense.

I think there will be an under the radar team that takes Simpson and I'd put my money on TB for the odds.

 

[Coliseum Ram]

Finally!
Simpson's injury history seems to have been glossed over quite a bit. Let's look closer:

This is a young man who suffered a lower back/bulging disc on October 25. He hasn't taken one NFL snap and already has a disc issue. AFAIK, disc issues in young people don't magically go away as you get older playing a collision sport.

Additionally, he suffered from elbow bursitis, in his first year as a starter. I can't imagine Alabama's throwing regimen is anywhere near what the Rams do. Bursitis in his first year as a starter? Certainly not something you hope for.

Fractured rib against Indiana. Staff plays through those. Not this guy.

On top of all that is the gastritis thing.

Is this guy just generally unhealthy or what? People knocking Tyson shouldn't be giving this guy a free pass.


Sources:

https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/sports/college/football/2026/01/03/inside-look-at-alabama-football-ty-simpson-injuries-health-in-2025/88005964007/

NFL reporter provides positive injury update on Ty Simpson ahead of NFL Combine

The NFL combine is set to take place this week, and the health status of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson was updated ahead of his throwing session. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Simpson was dealing with a “severe” case of gastritis during the final weeks of the latest college football...

tdalabamamag.com

The deep dive into Simpsons injury history DOES make him way less desirable, I must say.....

 

[Allen2McVay]

The deep dive into Simpsons injury history DOES make him way less desirable, I must say.....

 

[Fire Ants]

Have you watched them both play?


It’s not even close!

No, I have never seen Simpson take 1 NFL snap, preseason or otherwise.

 

[TheTackle]

Finally!
Simpson's injury history seems to have been glossed over quite a bit. Let's look closer:

This is a young man who suffered a lower back/bulging disc on October 25. He hasn't taken one NFL snap and already has a disc issue. AFAIK, disc issues in young people don't magically go away as you get older playing a collision sport.

Additionally, he suffered from elbow bursitis, in his first year as a starter. I can't imagine Alabama's throwing regimen is anywhere near what the Rams do. Bursitis in his first year as a starter? Certainly not something you hope for.

Fractured rib against Indiana. Staff plays through those. Not this guy.

On top of all that is the gastritis thing.

Is this guy just generally unhealthy or what? People knocking Tyson shouldn't be giving this guy a free pass.


Sources:

https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/sports/college/football/2026/01/03/inside-look-at-alabama-football-ty-simpson-injuries-health-in-2025/88005964007/

NFL reporter provides positive injury update on Ty Simpson ahead of NFL Combine

The NFL combine is set to take place this week, and the health status of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson was updated ahead of his throwing session. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Simpson was dealing with a “severe” case of gastritis during the final weeks of the latest college football...

tdalabamamag.com

You make a good point but it is interesting that the article itself seems to suggest that Simpson was tough as all hell to play through all that. So, while I agree, you have made it sound like they were being negative when they most definately were not

Simpson was up to 220 at his pro day (over 20 pounds heavier than in the loss to Indiana). That is, to be clear, back to his playing weight when he was the best QB in college football. He seems to have recovered don't you think?

No one is saying there are no risks drafting a QB and that goes for Mendoza too. I am saying Simpson is 6.1 220 pounds, big enough, and athletic, with a pro weight room ahead of him and all the talent you could hope for throwing the ball

I would be amazed if the Rams were not taking a long, perhaps longer than if they were not interested, look at him as a possible heir apparent

 

[Coliseum Ram]

You make a good point but it is interesting that the article itself seems to suggest that Simpson was tough as all hell to play through all that. So, while I agree, you have made it sound like they were being negative when they most definately were not

Simpson was up to 220 at his pro day (over 20 pounds heavier than in the loss to Indiana). That is, to be clear, back to his playing weight when he was the best QB in college football. He seems to have recovered don't you think?

No one is saying there are no risks drafting a QB and that goes for Mendoza too. I am saying Simpson is 6.1 220 pounds, big enough, and athletic, with a pro weight room ahead of him and all the talent you could hope for throwing the ball

I would be amazed if the Rams were not taking a long, perhaps longer than if they were not interested, look at him as a possible heir apparent

Trade down towards 19-23 in hopes of getting Simpson (along with extra Day 2 Capital). If Simpson is gone, take either Cooper, Thielemann, Sadiq, O-Line etc. Simpson would be a good get for the future and we're already good enough (health permitting..OBVIOUSLY) to win the Super Bowl at SoFi.