TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- On Jan. 10, 2024, two days after backup quarterback Ty Simpson decided to remain at Alabama rather than transfer, Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban announced his retirement, ending his remarkable 17-year run at the school that included six national championships.

Even though Saban was no longer in charge, he still found time to give Simpson one more ass chewing while he was cleaning out his office.

Many times during the previous two seasons, when Simpson was stuck behind starters Bryce Young and Jalen Milroe , Saban warned him about being too focused on the outcome and what others were doing rather than trying to improve.

"To be honest with you, it kind of pissed me off because I didn't think it made any sense," Simpson said. "I thought he just wanted me out of his

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