Cardinals Bolster Roster with Promising Quarterback Prospect
Arizona Cardinals Secure Miami Quarterback Carson Beck in Early Third Round
The Arizona Cardinals made a significant move in the 2026 NFL Draft by selecting Carson Beck, the talented quarterback from Miami, with the inaugural pick of the third round on Friday. This acquisition marks a strategic enhancement of their quarterback lineup.
Beck Becomes Third Quarterback Chosen, First on Day Two of Draft
Beck's selection as the third quarterback overall and the first on the second day of the draft underscores his recognized potential. His pick at No. 65 followed a notable gap since the No. 13 overall selection of Ty Simpson by the Los Angeles Rams, signaling a distinct phase in the draft's quarterback focus.
Carson Beck's Collegiate Journey: From Georgia to Miami National Stage
At 23 years old, Beck transitioned to Miami last year after an extensive five-season tenure with Georgia. His leadership was pivotal in guiding the Hurricanes to the national championship game, where they ultimately fell to Indiana, led by quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who was the top overall draft pick by the Las Vegas Raiders.
Illustrious College Career: Over 11,000 Yards and 88 Touchdowns
Throughout his 55 games in college football, Beck demonstrated exceptional passing prowess, accumulating an impressive 11,725 yards and 88 touchdowns against 32 interceptions. His peak performance came in 2025, where he recorded a career-high of 30 touchdown passes.
Potential Starting Role Awaits Beck Amidst Cardinals' Quarterback Shake-Up
Beck is poised for an early opportunity to secure a starting position with the Arizona Cardinals. This comes in the wake of the team's decision to release Kyler Murray in March and the ongoing contract holdout by Jacoby Brissett, who served as the team's starter in 2025 with a 1-11 record. The Cardinals' current depth chart also includes veteran Gardner Minshew II and reserve Kedon Slovis.
Other Noteworthy Quarterbacks Awaiting Day Two Selections
As Day Two of the NFL Draft progresses, other prominent quarterbacks, including Garrett Nussmeier from LSU, Drew Allar from Penn State, and Taylen Green from Arkansas, are also anticipated to be drafted, adding further talent to the league's quarterback ranks.