The McShay Show The 2026 QB Deep Dive: Mendoza’s Comp, a New QB3, the 2027 Factor, and More
Mar 16, 2026
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Mendoza's Ohio State Performance Was Surgeon-Level
- McShay calls Mendoza's Big Ten Championship vs Ohio State the best individual QB tape he's seen in two years.
- He highlights a fourth-quarter dagger to Charlie Becker on third-and-six from their own 24 with 2:41 left as a signature moment.
Simpson Is An Elite Processor With Durability Risk
- Ty Simpson shows elite processing, anticipation, and pocket manipulation but is undersized and inexperienced with only ~15 starts.
- McShay notes a late-season decline tied to poor Alabama run blocking, injuries (down to ~190 lbs), and lost top targets.
Let Simpson Sit A Year Before Starting
- Do consider Ty Simpson as a developmental pick rather than a week-one starter; sit him to learn and gain reps.
- McShay recommends a year behind a veteran (like McVay/Stafford scenario) to protect his long-term value.