Summary
The Miami Hurricanes made a large financial offer to Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson after failing to recruit Sam Leavitt, who decided to play for LSU. Miami's offer could make Simpson the highest-paid player in college football, potentially influencing his decision to delay joining the NFL to play for Miami instead.
Key Facts
- Miami Hurricanes intended to recruit quarterback Sam Leavitt but he chose LSU.
- Miami offered Ty Simpson a deal up to $6.5 million to join them.
- This offer aims to make Simpson the highest-paid player in college football.
- Simpson is currently a junior at Alabama and has declared for the NFL draft.
- Being drafted in the 2026 NFL top seven would pay Simpson possibly less than Miami's offer.
- Miami has previously succeeded in convincing players to delay the NFL draft and join them.
