Steelers' Ty Simpson Draft Chance in Round 2

0:00It's April 3rd. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything NFL. Pittsburgh's dealers fans might have a shot at snagging quarterback Ty Simpson in round two of next month's NFL draft. The team sits at the 21st pick in round one of the 2026 draft after another 10 win season and playoff run. With this year's quarterback class looking thinner than recent ones, they're eyeing a future signal caller without forcing a reach early. Here this week, rumors surfaced that Simpson, seen by some as the second best arm in the class, could slide right into their range around pick. 53. Analysts have compared him favorably to Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, the projected number one overall pick, but a shaky finish to his college season dropped his stock a bit. Folks around the league are buzzing because Pittsburgh has been shopping for offensive line help and receivers like Penn State's Olaiba Vega, Yuan, or Arizona State's Jordan Tyson at 21. That setup will prime the offense for a rookie passer down the line, but grabbing Simpson

1:03early changes the game plan quick. Meanwhile, teams like the Browns with multiple quarterback options and the Jets banking on Geno Smith might pass on him in round one, opening that. Door wider for the Steelers. Draft experts say his raw talent still shines through the late hiccups. If this pans out, Pittsburgh could lock in their guy without trading up, setting up a fresh error under center, just when they need a most.