Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has proven he’s not just the Crimson Tide’s leader — he’s their heartbeat. And a new viral video from Alabama’s thrilling 29-22 comeback win over South Carolina captures exactly why.
Moments after sealing the comeback victory, Simpson was seen embracing his fellow quarterbacks, Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, in an emotional sideline moment. “I love you guys,” Simpson told his teammates, his voice filled with pride and gratitude. The three shared a heartfelt hug — a scene that spoke volumes about the unity inside Alabama’s quarterback room.
Despite the fierce competition all offseason between Simpson, Mack, and Russell, there’s been no bitterness. Instead, the trio has become a model of brotherhood. “They push each other every day,” head coach Kalen DeBoer has said. “That’s what makes this group special.”
When Simpson won the starting job, both Mack and Russell stayed locked in — helping prepare game plans, giving feedback, and cheering him on. That bond, according to offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, has been a foundation for Alabama’s steady climb back into National Championship contention.
“Ty’s leadership is the glue,” Grubb said earlier this month. “He’s calm, confident, and accountable — everything you want in a quarterback.”
That leadership was on full display in Columbia. Down eight points with ten minutes to play, Simpson led Alabama on a methodical, fearless drive — making throw after throw to tie the game before completing the comeback minutes later.
It’s been a year of evolution for Alabama. Gone are the days of overwhelming dominance under Nick Saban, but under DeBoer’s new era, the Tide are finding their identity again — gritty, poised, and relentless.
“Every week in the SEC is a grind,” Simpson said earlier this season. “But we just keep believing in each other.”
That belief has carried the Tide through a brutal five-week stretch that included four ranked opponents and a trap game at South Carolina — and they’ve just kept winning.
Simpson’s numbers tell one story. His leadership tells another. The emotion in that postgame embrace — three quarterbacks, one mission — says it all.
For Alabama, this isn’t just Simpson’s team. It’s a family, and their comeback win over South Carolina made that clearer than ever.
