2026 NFL draft: Kiper's Rounds 2-3 winners, losers, values
Arizona Cardinals
The pick: Chase Bisontis (No. 34), Carson Beck (No. 65)
Bisontis was a nice pick early on Day 2 to shore up the interior blocking for the Cardinals' new star running back, Jeremiyah Love. Arizona signed Isaac Seumalo in free agency and now has a good tandem inside. But the real reason Arizona is listed here is the pick it made at the top of Round 3.
The Cardinals had been matched to Ty Simpson at the end of Round 1, but they never had the option because the Rams took him early (taking the No. 3 pick out of the equation). Still, the Cards currently have Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew II as their options under center, so taking a swing on one of the candidates for QB3 of the class on Day 2 makes a lot of sense. Taking Beck at No. 65 in no way keeps them from targeting one of the promising 2027 quarterback prospects next April. But it's a worthwhile flier to see what Beck can be in the NFL.
He shows good ball placement to all levels of the field, and I love his deep touch in particular. Beck makes smart decisions with the football (30 touchdown passes, 12 interceptions in 2025), and he's mobile enough to make plays. Plus, he has a great work ethic and is a team-first guy. Beck was No. 111 on my board, but he's still my QB3 in a class without too many solid options, so I don't have an issue with taking him in the third round.