2026 Draft: Ty Simpson Scouting Report

Measurables

Very accurate at all depths up to 30 yards, throws with excellent touch and placement at these depths. Shown ability to reliably fit the ball into very tight windows past defenders to his target.
Knows where to go with the ball pre-snap, does a good job of coverage ID and works through his progressions quickly. Can handle some pre-snap audibles and protection checks despite inexperience (only 15 College Starts). Has success against a variety of coverages.
Great on Quick timing Passing concepts, smooth and compact motion that gets the ball out quickly further aids him here.
Has some snaps of faking out defenders with his eyes to open up passing lanes elsewhere.
Good at stepping up against outside pressure and is able to maintain accuracy with rush coming at him from the side.
Good Arm Strength, can throw balls with zip in tight windows if need be or opt for touch passes over defenders.
Has solid straight-line track speed for QB. Can scramble when needed.

Deep ball accuracy beyond 30 yards was an issue. Lacks touch and anticipation from that depth. Could be miscommunication issues at times, could be injury related (more on that later) but the ball simply isn’t being thrown consistently accurately from 31 yards and beyond.
Can wait on his targets to get through their break on outside throws, causing throws to be late. Strong rhythm passer elsewhere, but being late on outside throws can create dangerous pick and return opportunities.
Pressure up the middle can rattle him. Accuracy decreases when forced to move laterally or doesn’t have room to step into and isn’t the best at escaping the pocket. Needs more discipline and awareness in pocket movement versus interior pressure to be able to adjust, set feet properly, and throw instead of throwing from compromised footwork when facing interior pressure.
Can be caught staring at Receiver. Needs to be more consistent in looking off receivers which he can do well, but doesn’t do it always and can cause veteran DBs...