Alabama has named its starting quarterback for the start of the 2025 season, handing the reins to redshirt junior Ty Simpson, who has sat behind Bryce Young and Jalen Milroe for the past three seasons. As Simpson takes command of the offense, Grubb still has expectations for Mack and Russell. They must continue to progress.

August 12 - Ty Simpson will be the next starting quarterback at Alabama, the Tuscaloosa News and On3 reported Monday. Simpson, a rising redshirt junior, was in a competition with sophomore Austin Mack and true freshman Keelon Russell.