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Ty Simpson, a highly-touted five-star recruit, is set to make his first collegiate start as the starting quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide in the upcoming game against Florida State. The NCAAF regular season game, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, will take place at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida, and will air on ABC and can be streamed on DirecTV (with a free trial), fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling.
Simpson has been preparing diligently for this moment. His rare endurance, honed from staying at Alabama without starting for over three seasons, has been complemented by private quarterback tutoring from Thomas Morris to improve his arm talent. In addition, Simpson has gained extensive experience in 16 games as a backup, demonstrating leadership and consistency in practice and scrimmages, which earned him the starting role over other talented quarterbacks.
Coach Nick Saban advised Simpson to play within himself and focus on ending drives successfully. Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb emphasised the importance of Simpson playing under control and letting plays come to him. Simpson's teammates and coaches have expressed their confidence in him, with Simpson being named a captain last week.
Simpson's preparation has not gone unnoticed. His work ethic has been commended, with him consistently arriving at the facility between 4 and 5 every morning. The Alabama offense boasts three AP preseason All-Americans: receiver Ryan Williams, offensive lineman Parker Brailsford, and Kadyn Proctor.
Simpson has also received encouragement and advice from former Alabama quarterbacks John Parker Wilson, A.J. McCarron, Bryce Young, Jalen Milroe, and Coach Saban himself. With this support, Simpson expressed nervousness about his debut but is prepared for the opportunity.
The game is set to start at 3:30 p.m. ET. Fans and supporters of both teams are eagerly awaiting this highly anticipated matchup. Will Simpson lead the Crimson Tide to victory in his first start? Only time will tell.
