Ty Simpson makes ‘best’ promise as intriguing draft prospect emerges as Jets QB possibility

Ty Simpson said he is a “franchise quarterback.” 

But are the Jets that franchise? 

“If I have the opportunity to play in New York,” Simpson said Friday at the NFL Scouting Combine, “they’re going to get the best Ty Simpson.” 

The Jets hold four of the first 44 picks in the draft, including No. 2, No. 16 and No. 33. 

The expectation is that the Jets will choose between pass rushers David Bailey, Arvell Reese and Rueben Bain Jr. at No. 2, but the search for fresh hope at starting quarterback could lead general manager Darren Mougey, head coach Aaron Glenn and offensive coordinator Frank Reich to Simpson as early as No. 16. The Jets’ brass and the Alabama product met at the Combine. 

“It was great just talking ball,” Simpson said. “Coach Reich is a great, great human being. Coach Glenn is a super juiceful guy. Installing some [plays] and getting to know each other and getting on the [white] board is what I like. I really love the Jets.”