Chad Simpson (born August 22, 1985) is a former American football running back.

In his two years at Morgan State, Simpson became the fourth leading rusher in school history and set the school's single season rushing record in his senior year with 1,402 yards.

Simpson originally signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2008.

The Washington Redskins signed Simpson on September 21, 2010, after Larry Johnson was released.

Incumbent Eskimos starting running back John White was announced lost for the 2015 CFL season the previous day.