Tuscaloosa, AL โ In an era where big money speaks louder than tradition, 5-star quarterback Ty Simpson just sent a seismic shockwave through the world of college football and the NFL scouting community by flat-out rejecting a staggering $150 million combined NIL+endorsement offer reportedly pitched by both West Virginia (WVU) and Clemson.
Instead of chasing headlines and bank accounts, Simpson boldly declared:
โIโll die a Crimson Tide legend. Alabama raised me. Iโm not leaving it for a paycheck.โ
According to sources close to the Simpson family, both West Virginia and Clemson were willing to throw the largest NIL package in college football history at the junior signal-caller:
- $85M from Clemson (including endorsements from national brands)
- $65M from WVU, tied to private equity deals and exclusive licensing
But Simpson shut the door on both, choosing instead to finish what he started in Tuscaloosa.
Simpsonโs rise has been steady. Originally a 5-star recruit out of Tennessee, he committed to Alabama under the legendary Nick Saban, and has since become a face of the post-Saban era under Kalen DeBoer.
- 2024 Stats: 3,489 passing yards, 32 TDs, 5 INTs
- Leadership Grade: A+ according to NFL Draft Bible
- Projected 1st-Round NFL Draft Pick for 2026
Simpson has embraced the pressure of leading Alabama into a new chapter, guiding the program with calm, confidence, and elite talent.
โEvery kid dreams of a bag. But I dreamed of being a legend. Alabama is where I became a man. This jersey isnโt just something I wear โ itโs who I am. $150 million? KEEP IT.โ
This moment is more than just a recruiting headline โ it’s a cultural shift. At a time when NIL bidding wars are redefining college football, Simpsonโs rejection of wealth for legacy and loyalty is rare and refreshing.
NFL insiders are praising Simpson not just for his decision, but for his character and leadership.
โHeโs a CEO in pads,โ said one AFC scout. โThat kind of mindset? You want that running your locker room on Sundays.โ
Ty Simpsonโs message is loud and clear โ no price tag can buy what Alabama gave him: identity, purpose, and a chance to write his name in Crimson Tide history.
