Simpson's Spotlight: QB Needy Teams Eye Draft's Top Prospect

0:00On April 21st, teams like the New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns are desperate for a long-term quarterback solution heading into. The 2026 draft. After the top pick for Nando Mendoza, Alabama's tie Simpson stands out as the next big name at the position. And these squads have prime spots to grab. Him early. The Jets plan to roll with Geno Smith to start next year, but they want someone to build around for the future. Pittsburgh is crossing fingers for Aaron Rodgers to return, though nothing's locked in, and they need stability either way. Cleveland, meanwhile, keeps cycling through options and even adding Shadour Sanders or Dylan Gabriel might not fix their endless QB woes. ESPN analyst Seth Walder highlighted these teams as perfect fits for Simpson in the first round. The Jets pick at number 16 and also hold the first second rounder at number 33. Steelers sit at 21, Browns at 24, which trades always shaking things up. Simpson put up strong numbers in his 2025 season with the Crimson Tide, showing real poise under pressure.

1:05The big knock. He's only got one year of starting experience in college, and that profile hasn't always translated smoothly to the pros. As draft night approaches on Thursday, watch these picks closely. Simpson could land in a spot that changes everything for one of these franchises. Setting the stage for some wild QB battles ahead. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with The Story.