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Draft Day Buzz: Top Picks Shine at Combine

3/3/2026

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Draft Prospects Shine

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash, making him a leading pick for Kansas City at No. 9.
The New York Jets consider Caleb Downs, safety from Ohio State, despite knee-injury concerns.
The Los Angeles Rams eye Kenyon Sadiq, a tight end, after a 4.39-second 40-yard dash and 43.5-inch vertical.
The draft runs April 23–25, 2026, as teams adjust strategies based on combine performances.

Summary

Cardinals Pursue Quarterback

At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, the Arizona Cardinals seek a new franchise quarterback.
General manager Monti Ossenfort weighs free agency, with Malik Willis as a top candidate amid a chaotic quarterback market.
Jordan Reid of the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) reports the Cardinals may trade up to draft Ty Simpson of Alabama, who lacks starting experience.

History

Historical Context

The 1983 NFL Draft marked a turning point when the Baltimore Colts selected John Elway first overall, subsequently trading him for three first-round picks. This event catalyzed a shift in franchise strategies, emphasizing the importance of the NFL Scouting Combine, established in 1982, which standardized player evaluations and transformed how teams assess quarterback talent for future success.

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Draft Prospects Shine

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash, making him a leading pick for Kansas City at No. 9.
The New York Jets consider Caleb Downs, safety from Ohio State, despite knee-injury concerns.
The Los Angeles Rams eye Kenyon Sadiq, a tight end, after a 4.39-second 40-yard dash and 43.5-inch vertical.
The draft runs April 23–25, 2026, as teams adjust strategies based on combine performances.

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