BAL Trenton Simpson
NFL player. Position: Linebacker (LB). Team: Baltimore Ravens.
Quick Facts
- Position: Linebacker
- Team: Baltimore Ravens
- Draft: Round 3, 2023 NFL Draft
- College: Clemson University
2026 Outlook
Simpson is a third-round pick (2023) from Clemson entering his fourth season. When Teddye Buchanan went down with an ACL injury in Week 14 of 2025, Simpson stepped into the starting role. He posted 66 tackles and 2.5 sacks while showing marked improvement in coverage abilities. Now he's competing with a healthy Buchanan for the starting inside linebacker spot next to three-time All-Pro Roquan Smith. HC Jesse Minter implements significant linebacker rotation in his defensive scheme, meaning both will likely receive substantial playing time. The new coaching staff (Minter came from Los Angeles Chargers) will be key to unlocking Simpson's potential. Will Baltimore's defense unlock the speedy Simpson's upside, or will Buchanan reclaim the starting role following his full recovery? (per OTL: Ravens Training Camp Battles to Watch)
Role / Depth Chart
- Current role: Inside linebacker competing for starting spot
- Ahead on depth chart: Roquan Smith (three-time All-Pro)
- Competing with: Teddye Buchanan (All-Rookie 2025)
Injury Status
Healthy entering 2026.
Recent News
- 2026-06-08 — Ravens training camp battles to watch (OTL: Ravens Training Camp Battles to Watch)
Open Questions
- Will Simpson improve in coverage under new HC Jesse Minter?
- Can he hold onto the starting role against a healthy Buchanan?