ESPN's Chris Low reported Monday that Ty Simpson won the Crimson Tide's starting quarterback job in the competition against redshirt sophomore Austin Mack and true freshman Keelon Russell. While Simpson has been a backup in each of the last two seasons, this is set to be his fourth year within the program.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. ( WIAT) — Ty Simpson has been named Alabama’s starting quarterback, according to ESPN’s Chris Low. Simpson beat out Austin Mack and freshman Keelon Russell to be the Crimson Tide’s QB1. He’s the most experienced out of the group, having made an appearance in 15 games. The redshirt junior has been at Alabama since 2022.