Peter Schrager just said exactly what Jets fans needed to hear about Ty Simpson

Even after trading for Geno Smith, the New York Jets' quarterback situation somehow remains a mystery. The 35-year-old isn't seen as a long-term solution, leading to speculation that general manager Darren Mougey could target a QB in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Fernando Mendoza is the assumed first overall selection, and there are limited options behind him. By default, Alabama's Ty Simpson has been linked to the Jets as a likely option. He's far from being a surefire prospect, but New York's need for a QB could push them to reach for him. According to NFL insider Peter Schrager, the pick may not have to be much of a reach after all.

Speaking on the Pat McAfee Show, Schrager said, "I don't have Ty Simpson in the first round. He could still be a great player. He could still be the first quarterback on your own board. But to me, I do not have a place for Ty Simpson right now in the first round."

Jets may not need to spend pick No. 16 on Ty Simpson

Schrager is known for being one of the most plugged-in NFL analysts in the business. He has historically been more accurate than most in his mock drafts. So, when he says a player could fall out of the first round, it carries some weight.

The Jets have consistently been a projected landing spot for Simpson. The team reportedly likes him as a prospect. While he's not a perfect player and may not be a great fit in New York, there's reason to believe that the Jets will take a chance on him.

As Schrager mentions, the 16th overall pick would be a bit early to take a prospect of Simpson's caliber. While there are certainly areas of his game to get excited about, his lack of experience and inconsistency in the back half of the 2025 season are legitimate reasons for concern.

But if the Jets can wait until the top of the second round to take the Alabama quarterback, the pick would become much more palatable. At that point, they would have already used two first-round picks on premium players.

Why not take a chance on a QB prospect with a chance to become a long-term starter? If his rookie season is a disaster, the Jets could move on without hesitation.

After all, he would only be a second-round pick, making the financial implications of going a different direction lighter. If Schrager is right about Simpson's draft stock, the Jets may need to at least consider taking him in the second round.