Quarterbacks Ty Simpson ( Alabama Crimson Tide ) and Arch Manning ( Texas Longhorns ) clearly want what's best for each other.

The QBs have said they're friends and trade tips throughout the year. Considering that, they should agree not to turn pro after the 2025 season.

In a piece published Monday , The Athletic's Dane Brugler and Nick Baumgardner agreed that the star QBs could be first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft , scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.

It's easy to see why QB-needy teams may be eyeing them. Simpson is tied for second in the SEC in touchdown passes (25). Manning, meanwhile, has overcome a slow start and is now tied for fourth in the conference in TD passes (24). Still, one could argue the first-year starters lack the experience required to succeed in the N

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