2026 Mock Drafts Thread. It’s that time of year again.

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Wouldnt mind it at all depending if we could get a R tackle in free agency I hear quite a few talking heads say John Gains is looking rather good at guard to
can get a starting RT at pick 34...but we dont want to go into the draft without signing one just in case...and yeah, Jon Gaines has played pretty well in his last couple outings...would be nice if he has developed enough to step into a starting role and look like he belongs there.
 

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can get a starting RT at pick 34...but we dont want to go into the draft without signing one just in case...and yeah, Jon Gaines has played pretty well in his last couple outings...would be nice if he has developed enough to step into a starting role and look like he belongs there.
To me The most impactful player for us at 3 is probably Love, Bain or Bailey and yes at 3 thats who we should go for I know O line is a massive need I just dont see A Tony Bosselli type of player there ie HOF type of player on the O line
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackle.
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackle.
With all that input

Who would you select?

It's a tough position to be in for us since we really need a QB and usually there more than 1 at the top
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackle.
Say what? Here's where your argument falls down. And you even included Beej :D
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackle.
I think they are taking the OT out of Miami, I can’t remember his name at this exact second but it starts with a M.

And I’m ok with that. The two things I have always noticed about the Cards, the oline always sucks and the pass rush always sucks. Gotta fix them both.
 

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I have a feeling (I hope Ime wrong) The Cards take Simpson at 3 the reason given is they couldnt find a trade partner or someone was going to take him before them (Hard to believe either but this is the Cards we are talking about here)
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackl
In my so-called homer glasses, Sonny Styles continued to be one of the most overrated players I have ever seen.
He was way overrated at OSU. Great athlete but just not that impactful on the field.
 

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Yea I’m back on the Caleb Downs train I’m sorry bro. I can’t convince myself to reach for a RT & there’s been some character concerns chatter about Bailey @Chopper0080
man Vontel....by April...its gonna be twilight zone around here when you are preaching RUNNINGBACK AT 3!!!!
 

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With all that input

Who would you select?

It's a tough position to be in for us since we really need a QB and usually there more than 1 at the top
Just watched a podcast where they went over a bunch of mocks I dont think I saw the same player twice except the tackle from Miami I think its called TCR on Utube if its allowed for me to mention it Their just as confused as I am some still had Chambliss going to the Cards what a interesting year
 

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Dang I dont think Ive ever seen so many different opinions on who what the Cards should do its kinda gonna be a interesting few months
Can’t believe as many years the cards have had trash o lines more people isn’t screaming for the Miami offensive tackle…especially with us wanting to see what lafleur can do with a young quarterback….he fills a need…nasty …great character and in a weak draft a safe pick…..
 

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Yea I’m back on the Caleb Downs train I’m sorry bro. I can’t convince myself to reach for a RT & there’s been some character concerns chatter about Bailey @Chopper0080
He is a good player. Just will never live up to his draft position at 3. Pretty much has to be a Hall of Famer at S to justify it. We have seen what good safeties look like on bad teams in AZ. It's not for me.
 

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Can’t believe as many years the cards have had trash o lines more people isn’t screaming for the Miami offensive tackle…especially with us wanting to see what lafleur can do with a young quarterback….he fills a need…nasty …great character and in a weak draft a safe pick…..
I think it’s purely a value thing. If he was Boselli level talent I think we’d all be lining for him at #3. Even as weak a draft as it is, you still want impact from the #3 slot. And he’s not projected at that level of a player.
 

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man Vontel....by April...its gonna be twilight zone around here when you are preaching RUNNINGBACK AT 3!!!!
I can remember a time where a RB at 3 was considered normal Earl Campbell, Ricky Williams,OJ Anderson etc times have changed heavens even Adrian Peterson and Eric Dickerson went really high the game and times have definitely changed
 

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can get a starting RT at pick 34...but we dont want to go into the draft without signing one just in case...and yeah, Jon Gaines has played pretty well in his last couple outings...would be nice if he has developed enough to step into a starting role and look like he belongs there.
Gaines really surprised me. I’m not confident I’d want to write him in as a starter, but he seems to be at least a useful backup.
 

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I've been reconsidering my position and I don't think the Cards draft an Edge at #3.

Two reasons,

1, I think there's a not insignificant chance they think Sweat, Browning, Zaven, Burch and Beej returning with a full offseason is enough. I have seen analysts say that it's a good group on paper that is under performing. Which I think is fair.

2, At the very least I think point 1 pushes Edge down the board in a deep Edge class. I've seen draft guys say they have 10 Edge guys in their top 50 and a bunch of guys with traits not much after. So I would think they consider Edge a need further back.

In a class that is quite weak at the top I'm thinking just draft guys that you think will be stars despite their position. This team needs young stars and there isn't anywhere that we don't have a need to draft them.

IMO the two most certain stars and Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Love. Followed not too far behind by Sonny Styles. (I'm excluding Reese because "What position should he play" guys trigger my PTSD).

I'd normally be dead set against these positions at #3. But we need stars and I'd rather have a top 5 safety or running back than a top 20 right tackle.
I saw 2 problems with the pass rush. The first was simply not using it enough, which is easily corrected. The second is more serious and concerning. The blitz designs were amateurish. Nothing was well disguised. No offensive blockers were deceived. Open runners to the QB were non-existent. Now they’ve brought back Rallis, so why expect change? With serious pressing needs elsewhere I hate the idea of drafting even an excellent player like Bailey. If the Cards need that many skilled rushers, someone needs to start asking better questions of the coaches. They did have a little success with stunts, but again those were seldom employed. I cannot understand how they could retain Rallis, since he seems so poor at this crucial aspect of the DC position.
 

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Oddly I’m starting to think Bain may make sense, especially with Nolen out and Campbell being a tough cap fit. They would have to have the foresight to play Bain inside, where he excelled early in his collegiate career. Arm length would cease to be an issue. His ability to penetrate would dramatically increase the effectiveness of outside rushers, like Sweat & Browning. This would mean moving the RT solution to round 2, but there will be adequate choices there. Again I think they could trade down a little if they can find a partner. The Cards have so many critical needs any spot in the top 10 is functional if Bain is gone.
 

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Oddly I’m starting to think Bain may make sense, especially with Nolen out and Campbell being a tough cap fit. They would have to have the foresight to play Bain inside, where he excelled early in his collegiate career. Arm length would cease to be an issue. His ability to penetrate would dramatically increase the effectiveness of outside rushers, like Sweat & Browning. This would mean moving the RT solution to round 2, but there will be adequate choices there. Again I think they could trade down a little if they can find a partner. The Cards have so many critical needs any spot in the top 10 is functional if Bain is gone.
It's tough to see a 275lb player being successful as an interior tackle in a division that is so run heavy. Also, there isn't a way to play both Nolen and Bain together inside, ever. I don't agree that this is really an option.
 

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He is a good player. Just will never live up to his draft position at 3. Pretty much has to be a Hall of Famer at S to justify it. We have seen what good safeties look like on bad teams in AZ. It's not for me.

That's the problem though. I don't think there's anyone who will live up to #3, and Downs and Love have a better chance than anyone.
 

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