🔥 Ty Simpson Takes His Alabama QB Ambition to the Next Level — Off to Manning Passing Academy
In a bold move to fast-track his push for the 2025 starting quarterback job, Ty Simpson has been invited to the prestigious Manning Passing Academy this June in Thibodaux, Louisiana — a clear sign that Alabama’s QB room is gearing up for high-stakes competition .
The Manning Passing Academy is the gold standard for quarterback development, founded by football royalty Archie Manning and coached by the Manning brothers—Peyton, Eli, and Cooper. Attendance is typically reserved for elite collegiate signal-callers, and Simpson’s inclusion not only validates his standing but also offers a rare opportunity to polish his arm talent, mechanics, and football IQ under legendary tutelage .
For Simpson, who spent the past three seasons as a backup at Alabama, this camp serves as more than off-season prep—it’s an audition on a national stage. With Jalen Milroe declaring for the NFL Draft, a highly visible spot has opened. In spring camp, former Tide QB Greg McElroy noted Simpson as being in “firm control” of the QB race, a status further cemented by this high-profile invitation .
While newcomers like redshirt sophomore Austin Mack and incoming 5-star Keelon Russell remain in the mix, Simpson’s choice to return to Tuscaloosa, rather than transfer, speaks volumes about his confidence. And now, with the backing of the Manning brand, he’s signaling that he’s prepared to elevate Alabama’s offense to new heights.
Expect media attention to surge as June arrives. With scouts, coaches, and NFL insiders descending on the camp, Simpson’s performance could serve as his defining moment — the one that separates him as the Tide’s next franchise quarterback.
