
The Arizona Cardinals hold the 217th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, which is significant for selecting developmental players. The last ten players chosen at this position include notable names like Jay Toia and Khalil Herbert.
The Arizona Cardinals have seven selections in the 2026 NFL draft currently, one in each round. Their selection in the seventh round is the 217th overall pick. Since Round 7 is on Day 3 of the draft, these can be developmental, rotational and special teams player, and teams hope that maybe they can become more than that.
Who have been the last few players selected No. 217 overall? Let's have a look.
Limmer was a starter as a rookie for the Rams. Jennings has been very good for the 49ers. Boyd has made a career in special teams. Herbert was solid for the Bears for a bit. Levin has been OL depth for the Titans for years.
Houston had 5.5 sacks last season.
So the Cardinals can get someone who can stick around for a while if they pick the right guy.
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This article originally appeared on Cards Wire: 2026 NFL draft: The last 10 players selected No. 217 overall
The last ten players selected No. 217 overall include Jay Toia (2025), Beaux Limmer (2024), Brad Robbins (2023), James Houston (2022), Khalil Herbert (2021), Jauan Jennings (2020), Kris Boyd (2019), Keiswahn Bierria (2018), Corey Levin (2017), and Rico Gathers (2016).
Recent No. 217 picks like Beaux Limmer and Jauan Jennings have made significant contributions, with Limmer starting as a rookie and Jennings performing well for the 49ers.
The 217th pick is usually seen as an opportunity for teams to select developmental, rotational, or special teams players, with hopes that they can exceed expectations.

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