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Nick Saban's take on Ty Simpson might appease Rams fans

Instead of trading down from No. 13 or taking someone who could help them win during their current Super Bowl window, the Rams shocked the NFL world by taking Ty Simpson.

First-round QB Ty Simpson in best possible situation with Rams

Ty Simpson hits back at those who ripped him ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

Five most head-scratching picks in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

New report reveals what McVay, Stafford truly think of Rams drafting Simpson

New report reveals what Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford truly think of Rams drafting Ty Simpson

For a piece published on Friday afternoon, ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler shared more information regarding McVay's demeanor.

Les Snead addresses Sean McVay narrative about Rams selecting Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

Bombshell update answers Les Snead, Sean McVay question about Rams selecting Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

NFL executives address how Rams' Sean McVay reacted to controversial Ty Simpson draft decision

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Justin Jefferson News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 24

How Alabama Linebacker Justin Jefferson Can Help An NFL Team

Alabama graduate linebacker Justin Jefferson has been building to this weekend since committing to the Crimson Tide in the summer of 2022. Jefferson can become the Crimson Tide's next inside linebacker to get selected in the NFL Draft this weekend, adding his name to the eight others selected in the last decade from Alabama.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

Snead addresses McVay narrative about Rams selecting Simpson

Les Snead addresses Sean McVay narrative about Rams selecting Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

During a Friday appearance on 710 AM ESPN Los Angeles, Snead was understandably asked how McVay and Stafford feel about the Simpson pick that has generated discussions on numerous national sports-talk programs.

Bombshell update answers Les Snead, Sean McVay question about Rams selecting Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

NFL executives address how Rams' Sean McVay reacted to controversial Ty Simpson draft decision

49ers GM can't hide his joy after Rams' Ty Simpson decision

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

Bombshell update answers Snead, McVay question about Rams selecting Simpson

Bombshell update answers Les Snead, Sean McVay question about Rams selecting Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

Previously, Simpson shared that a conversation with former Alabama head coach Nick Saban helped convince the signal-caller to turn pro this year. During Friday's edition of NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" program, league insider Tom Pelissero revealed that Snead also impacted Simpson's decision.

NFL executives address how Rams' Sean McVay reacted to controversial Ty Simpson draft decision

49ers GM can't hide his joy after Rams' Ty Simpson decision

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

NFL execs address how McVay reacted to controversial Simpson decision

NFL executives address how Rams' Sean McVay reacted to controversial Ty Simpson draft decision

It seems some league insiders believe McVay wishes the club had gone in a different direction.

49ers GM can't hide his joy after Rams' Ty Simpson decision

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

Rams make Matthew Stafford point 'clear' after drafting QB Ty Simpson

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 24

49ers GM can't hide his joy after Rams' Ty Simpson decision

The Los Angeles Rams made one of the boldest moves in an otherwise uneventful first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

Rams make Matthew Stafford point 'clear' after drafting QB Ty Simpson

First-round QB Ty Simpson in best possible situation with Rams

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting Simpson

NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams officially began preparing for life after reigning regular-season Most Valuable Player Matthew Stafford when they somewhat surprisingly made Simpson the 13th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Rams make Matthew Stafford point 'clear' after drafting QB Ty Simpson

First-round QB Ty Simpson in best possible situation with Rams

Rams should look to Packers QB Jordan Love when formulating plan for Alabama QB Ty Simpson

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 24

Rams make Matthew Stafford point 'clear' after drafting QB Ty Simpson

Head coach Sean McVay doesn't want anybody to think he has any doubts about what Stafford will offer the Rams this coming fall.

True-or-false for Round 1 of 2026 NFL Draft: Will Cowboys regret their trade?

First-round QB Ty Simpson in best possible situation with Rams

Rams should look to Packers QB Jordan Love when formulating plan for Alabama QB Ty Simpson

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 24

ESPN personality not pleased with Kalen DeBoer’s extension at Alabama

Not everyone is pleased with the University of Alabama’s decision to extend head football coach Kalen DeBoer for another seven years. The Board of Trustees compensation committee approved a new seven-year, 87.5 million extension for Coach DeBoer on Wednesday.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 23

Alabama Baseball Capitalizes on Free Passes in 12-8 Win Over Tennessee

Alabama did not play a great game of baseball on Thursday night in Knoxville. The Crimson Tide stranded 12 runners, committed a costly error, and gave up eight runs against the Volunteers.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 23

First-round QB Ty Simpson in best possible situation with Rams

In one of the surprises of the first round, the Los Angeles Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Rams’ message to Matthew Stafford after picking Ty Simpson revealed

Winners, losers from first round of 2026 NFL Draft: Giants rock it, Steelers blow it

The 'Passing leaders in a Conference Title loss' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 23

Rams should look to Packers QB Jordan Love when formulating plan for Alabama QB Ty Simpson

The Green Bay Packers have established the blueprint for developing quarterbacks. The Los Angeles Rams should now follow it after selecting Alabama Crimson Tide QB Ty Simpson.

Rams Draft QB Ty Simpson At No. 13

Ty Simpson hits back at those who ripped him ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Nick Saban gives advice to team that takes Ty Simpson in 2026 NFL Draft

The '2024 NFL Week 1 starting quarterbacks' quiz

Nate Oats News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 23

Is Nate Oats Worth a Top-5 Salary in College Basketball? Just a Minute

Welcome to BamaCentral’s "Just a Minute," a video series featuring Alabama Crimson Tide on SI's beat writers. Multiple times per week, the writers will group up or film solo to provide their take on a topic concerning the Crimson Tide or the landscape of college sports.

Kalen Deboer News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 23

Updated details for Kalen DeBoer’s buyout under extension

Kalen DeBoer earned a seven-year extension after two seasons as the head football coach for the Alabama Crimson Tide. If the Crimson Tide were to fire DeBoer without cause during the 2026 season, it would have to pay him $67.5 million under the extension.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 23

Who Drafts Kadyn Proctor and Ty Simpson? The Joe Gaither Show

It's time for the NFL Draft on "The Joe Gaither Show on BamaCentral" with Theo Fernandez as Thursday's program welcomes Katie Windham into the show to discuss Kalen DeBoer's new contract, tonight's first round of draft and both diamond sports traveling up to Knoxville to take on Tennessee.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 23

Ty Simpson hits back at those who ripped him ahead of draft

Ty Simpson hits back at those who ripped him ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Over the past handful of months, the Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback became the most polarizing prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft class.

Nick Saban gives advice to team that takes Ty Simpson in 2026 NFL Draft

Cardinals may have made huge Ty Simpson decision before 2026 NFL Draft

Is report about Jets' Ty Simpson plan an NFL Draft smokescreen?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

Morgan Wallen News / A to Z Sports / April 23

Morgan Wallen changed the lyrics to one of his songs during concert at Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium and Vols fans aren’t happy

Country music superstar and noted Tennessee Vols superfan Morgan Wallen played a concert at Bryant-Denny Stadium, the home of the Alabama Crimson Tide, this past weekend in Tuscaloosa.

Ty Simpson News / Yardbarker / April 23

Is report about Jets' Ty Simpson plan an NFL Draft smokescreen?

Some believe the Arizona Cardinals will either move back up into the first round to grab Simpson or hope that he falls to them at overall pick No. 34. The Jets may have something to say about that.

NFL coordinator offers strong advice to teams that may draft Ty Simpson

Cardinals may have made huge Ty Simpson decision before 2026 NFL Draft

Ty Simpson makes final pitch to Steelers amid NFL Draft uncertainty

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'QBs from the 2013 NFL season' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 23

Alabama football continues push for North Carolina wide receiver by visiting him

Alabama football recently made a stop in Shelby, North Carolina, to check in on Namajay Thompson. Thompson is a 2027 wide receiver prospect, and he is considered a top wide receiver target for the Crimson Tide.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 23

Alabama GM earns pay raise in new contract

Several coaches for the University of Alabama met with the Board of Trustees compensation committee on Wednesday to be approved for new contracts. Courtney Morgan, the general manager for the Crimson Tide’s football program, was one of multiple football staffers to meet with the committee.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / April 22

Alabama Women's Basketball Adds Big 12 Forward For Pauline Love's First Season: Roll Call

Alabama women's basketball announced another addition to its 2026-27 roster as former Cincinnati forward Kylie Torrence is transferring to Tuscaloosa to join the Crimson Tide.

Morgan Wallen News / A to Z Sports / April 21

Tennessee Vols superfan Morgan Wallen quickly made up for being seen with former Alabama coach Nick Saban with an incredible gesture

Tennessee Vols superfan and country music superstar Morgan Wallen played a concert at Bryant-Denny Stadium, the home of the Alabama Crimson Tide, last weekend in Tuscaloosa.