In Week 1, Alabama’s season looked like it might unravel before it even started. The Crimson Tide fell 31–17 to Florida State in a primetime showdown that sent shockwaves across college football.

Alabama's Ty Simpson edged out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for first-team quarterback on The Associated Press midseason All-America team released Wednesday. Ohio State and Texas A&M led all teams with three players each on the top unit.

Harris calls Simpson's talent level "phenomenal." Simpson is considered one of the top-rated quarterback prospects if he opts to enter the draft next year. Although Alabama and Tennessee are only five spots apart in the rankings, the Crimson Tide are huge favorites at 12.5 points.

Alabama football’s starting quarterback Ty Simpson is constantly looking for ways he can be better as a signal caller. Simpson has been critical of both himself and his teammates throughout the football season.

Oct 11, 2025; Columbia, MO, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) readies a pass in the first quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. | Matt Guzman/MissouriOnSI / Matt Guzman/MissouriOnSI

Through his first six games as Alabama’s starting quarterback, Ty Simpson has been impressive. He shook off a rocky start against Florida State and has led the charge during the Crimson Tide’s five-game winning streak.

ESPN's McGrath describes the change of confidence in the Crimson Tide locker room as Simpson has strung together some big games, leading to a more composed No. 6 Bama team.

The program looks at the Tennessee pass defense and thinks about Alabama's opportunity this weekend. | Episode 546