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Cardinals Draft Carson Beck as Backup After Murray Exit

4/26/2026

Summary

Cardinals Draft Beck

The Arizona Cardinals drafted Miami quarterback Carson Beck with the 65th pick on April 25, 2026.
The selection followed Kyler Murray’s move to the Minnesota Vikings and added Beck, who threw for 3,813 yards, 30 touchdowns and a 72.4% completion rate in 2025.
Arizona’s QB group now includes veterans Jacoby Brissett, seeking a starter-contract extension, and Gardner Minshew, while analysts view Beck as a backup whose poise can falter under pressure.

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Cardinals Draft Bisontis

The Arizona Cardinals drafted guard Chase Bisontis with the No. 34 pick in the 2026 draft, a player who idolized Quenton Nelson and is praised for hand power.
Analysts note Arizona still lacks a true right tackle, leaving a gap on the offensive line.
Pairing Bisontis with rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is projected to improve the Cardinals’ 2026 rushing attack.

History

Historical Context

After moving to Arizona in 1994, the Cardinals turned to the NFL draft to rebuild, selecting quarterback Jake Plummer in 1997; he logged 230 starts for the team. The franchise’s reliance on high-round picks continued, evident in its 2026 draft of Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, following a history that includes five first-overall selections such as Kyler Murray in 2019.

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Cardinals Draft Beck

The Arizona Cardinals drafted Miami quarterback Carson Beck with the 65th pick on April 25, 2026.
The selection followed Kyler Murray’s move to the Minnesota Vikings and added Beck, who threw for 3,813 yards, 30 touchdowns and a 72.4% completion rate in 2025.
Arizona’s QB group now includes veterans Jacoby Brissett, seeking a starter-contract extension, and Gardner Minshew, while analysts view Beck as a backup whose poise can falter under pressure.

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