There aren't many players in the country who are easier to root for than Ty Simpson. The Alabama QB has always done things the right way. He waited for this opportunity and is taking full advantage of it. He got his moment in the spotlight on Saturday night in Athens, leading the Crimson Tide to a 24-21 win over Georgia, which put him firmly in the Heisman Trophy race. He's also beginning to generate significant NFL Draft buzz.
But before Simpson elevated himself into the upper echelon of the sport - and before he was Alabama's quarterback - he was a son.