Details on Cardinals' third-round selection of Miami QB Carson Beck

Arizona adds QB at No. 65 after Round 2 drought.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 251 min read

What happened: Adam Schefter provided more on the Arizona Cardinals selecting Miami QB Carson Beck in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, via Josh Weinfuss. The pick at No. 65 overall followed a second round with no QBs or RBs selected. Reactions call it a steal or desperate reach.

Why it matters: Beck bolsters Cardinals QB depth heading into 2026 season. Move comes amid draft surprises with delayed QB selections. Could shape Arizona's offseason quarterback competition.

By the numbers: Draft Pick: No. 65 overall (Round 3) Player: Carson Beck (QB, Miami)

What to watch: Monitor Beck's introductory presser and Cardinals' rookie minicamp.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-04-25T10:35:52.182710+00:00

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