An NFL analyst stated why he believes the Pittsburgh Steelers would be the ideal fit for Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.
Why An NFL Analyst Believes Steelers Should Draft Alabama QB Ty Simpson originally appeared on SportsNet Pittsburgh. Add SportsNet Pittsburgh as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Steelers face a significant decision at the NFL draft if they aim to take a quarterback in the first round.Even if Aaron Rodgers returns for one more season, the Steelers could still consider drafting a quarterback to sit behind him for a year. NFL draft analyst Mike Renner believes that Pittsburgh should take a look at Ty Simpson from Alabama."Just take Ty Simpson," Renner said Tuesday on "The Athletic Football Show".
"You give Mike McCarthy a guy to develop. I think there is a real development potential here. I think he's a good athlete, and he has a good enough arm."The Steelers hold the No. 21 pick, and there's a possibility that Simpson could still be available.
Since Pittsburgh is typically a strong team and rarely has a chance to select a quarterback in the top 10 of the draft, taking Simpson and letting him sit for a season might be the best move.Although Simpson played at Alabama for four seasons, he started in just one. He will need time to sit back and learn the league.The Steelers would be the best spot for Simpson to land if he can sit behind Rodgers for a year.More NFL: Steelers' Two-Time Pro Bowler Thinks It's '50-50' That Aaron Rodgers Returns To Team