Albert Breer: Browns have to take a look at Ty Simpson; I don't think it's likely that he goes in the first-round
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In this episode of Afternoon Drive on The Fan, Albert Breer of MMQB joins the Make It Right Call Kyle Wright hotline to break down the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Breer emphasizes that the Browns must keep their quarterback competition open, citing Deshaun Watson and Shadour Sanders as top contenders, while also acknowledging the need to evaluate Ty Simpson despite his likely second- or third-round projection. He draws parallels between Simpson and last year’s Shadour Sanders, noting both lack a clear 'superpower' that would justify a first-round selection. Breer also discusses the potential trade of Myles Garrett, arguing that with the Browns’ rebuild accelerating and Garrett approaching age 33, trading him for multiple first-round picks could be a strategic move—comparing it to the Seahawks’ Russell Wilson trade. He cautions that Garrett’s value is time-sensitive, with the window for a high return narrowing. Additionally, Breer addresses the Browns’ withdrawal of a proposal to allow five-year draft pick trades, suggesting it was a strategic move to spark discussion rather than a serious push. He concludes that the top 10 draft market lacks compelling trade-up candidates, making it unlikely the Browns will move up from the sixth pick.
The Browns should keep the quarterback competition open, including evaluating Ty Simpson despite his likely second- or third-round status.
Ty Simpson’s lack of a standout 'superpower' and limited college starts make him a lower-tier prospect, but he could still surprise like Brock Purdy.
Myles Garrett’s value is declining with age; trading him now for multiple first-round picks could accelerate the Browns’ rebuild.
The Browns’ draft trade proposal was likely a strategic move to start a conversation, not a serious attempt to pass it this year.
There’s currently no top-tier player available at the top 10 who would justify a trade-up, making the sixth pick a stable position.
Opening: Browns' QB Competition and Deshaun Watson
Host Kyle Wright welcomes Albert Breer to discuss the Browns' quarterback situation, focusing on the open competition between Deshaun Watson and Shadour Sanders, with Breer emphasizing the need for a fair evaluation of all options.
Ty Simpson: A Late-Round Contender with Upside
“I just don’t think there’s a great chance that the quarterback of the future is on the roster right now. But you want to give everybody who’s on the roster a shot to prove that wrong.”
Myles Garrett Trade: Strategic Rebuild or Sentimental Loss?
“The clock’s definitely ticking on getting that sort of value for him.”
Draft Strategy: Swinging on Late-Round QBs
Breer discusses the wisdom of taking a chance on quarterbacks like Carson Beck or Drew Aller in later rounds, emphasizing that it’s a low-cost way to keep options open without committing to a long-term answer.
Draft Market Realities: No Top-Tier Trade-Up Candidates
Breer analyzes the lack of compelling trade-up targets in the top 10, noting that most prospects—like David Bailey, Argyle Reese, and Caleb Downs—don’t fit elite prototype roles, making a move up unlikely.
“I just don’t think there’s a great chance that the quarterback of the future is on the roster right now. But you want to give everybody who’s on the roster a shot to prove that wrong.”
“The clock’s definitely ticking on getting that sort of value for him.”
“I think they should. And there’s no affront to Miles Garrett, who is going to be a first-out Hall of Famer, in my opinion.”
Host
Guest
Cleveland Browns
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Albert Breer
person
Myles Garrett
person
Ty Simpson
person
Shadour Sanders
person
Deshaun Watson
person
Fernando Mendoza
person
Andrew Barry
person
MMQB
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Brock Purdy
person
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