Maxwell Award Player of the Week/Chuck Bednarik Award Player of the Week

QB – Ty Simpson

Alabama

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson has been named the Maxwell Player of the Week after leading the Crimson Tide to a monumental top-10 road win at Georgia this weekend. Simpson was steady and efficient, completing 24 of 38 passes for 276 yards and two touchdowns against one of the nation’s toughest defenses. He kept the Tide’s offense moving with timely throws and poised decision-making in a hostile environment, snapping Georgia’s 33-game winning streak in Athens. His ability to deliver in key moments helped Alabama control the game and secure a statement victory between the hedges. Simpson’s performance not only highlighted his growth under center but also underscored his role as a leader in one of the biggest wins of the young season.

DE – Caden Curry

Ohio State

Caden Curry delivered a breakout performance in Ohio State’s 24-6 win over Washington on Saturday, establishing himself as a rising star on the Buckeyes’ defensive line. He recorded an impressive 11 total tackles, including nine solo stops, and tied the school’s single-game record with five tackles for loss. Curry also notched three sacks, consistently disrupting Washington’s offensive rhythm and applying relentless pressure on quarterback Demond Williams Jr., who had previously led one of the nation’s highest-scoring offenses. Early in the game, Curry made a crucial play that prevented a potential touchdown, setting the tone for a dominant defensive showing. His performance was instrumental in ending Washington’s 22-game home winning streak, a feat that underscored the Buckeyes’ dominant defensive showing. Curry, along with the rest of the Ohio State defense, will look to continue their relentless effort next Saturday as they take on a one-loss Minnesota team at home.