Arizona Cardinals NFL draft odds: 2 favorites and 1 sleeper for No. 3 overall pick

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The Arizona Cardinals hold the No. 3 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, with Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey and Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese as favorites. Miami offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa is a potential sleeper, while running back Jeremiyah Love could also be a wildcard option.

Key points

Arizona Cardinals hold the No. 3 pick in the NFL Draft
David Bailey and Arvell Reese are the top favorites
Francis Mauigoa is a potential sleeper pick
Jeremiyah Love is a wildcard option for the Cardinals
Trade rumors are surrounding the Cardinals' pick

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 08: OL Francis Mauigoa #61 of the Miami Hurricanes readies for play during the Miami Hurricanes versus Ole Miss Rebels College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl on January 8, 2026, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Action picks up during the 2026 NFL Draft when the No. 3 pick hits the clock on Thursday night. Although the Arizona Cardinals currently hold the No. 3 pick, rumors of a potential trade are growing increasingly louder. Multiple mock drafts this week from ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. and Gennaro Filice from NFL.com have Arizona making a first-round trade — although both analysts differ on *when*the Cardinals might make a move. Arizona could keep the pick and potentially go with the elite defensive talent the New York Jets (presumably) don’t take. Or the Cardinals might find a suitable trade down to pursue a new long-term quarterback or offensive tackle later in the first round. All the moving parts make for an interesting week for FanDuel Sportsbook’s NFL Draft Number 3 Overall Pick market. The last several weeks Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey (+150) and Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese (+210) established themselves as the likely picks behind quarterback Francisco Mendoza. FanDuel gives Reese the edge for No. 2 pick at -150 odds. That would leave Bailey as the most talented defensive player on the board for No. 3. That’s the scenario currently playing out in from James Dator — with Arizona ultimately keeping the No. 3 pick to select Bailey. Should the Cardinals (or a trade partner) opt to go another direction besides Bailey or Reese at No. 3, Miami (FL) offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa (+420) is next in FanDuel’s odds. Linked early and often to the Cardinals in previous mock drafts, could drop him a few selections. But if Mauigoa’s health checks out, Arizona could continue a busy off-season overhauling its offensive line. Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (+950) is a wildcard for the No. 3 pick. The electric Fighting Irish playmaker is the FanDuel favorite for the No. 4 pick to the (+100 No. 4 pick odds). If another team coveted Love and wanted to make a move for him, Arizona is rumored to be a willing trade partner and could facilitate a jump over Tennessee. Ohio State linebacker and Miami (FL) EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. (both +1800) are other potential options to watch with the third pick. Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano (+2700) is the only other draft prospect under 40/1 odds for the third pick.

Q&A

Who are the favorites for the Arizona Cardinals' No. 3 pick in the NFL Draft?

The favorites for the No. 3 pick are Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey and Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese.

What are the odds for Miami offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa to be picked by the Cardinals?

Francis Mauigoa has odds of +420 to be selected by the Arizona Cardinals with the No. 3 pick.

Is Jeremiyah Love a potential pick for the Arizona Cardinals at No. 3?

Yes, Jeremiyah Love is considered a wildcard option for the No. 3 pick, with odds of +950.

Arizona Cardinals NFL draft odds: 2 favorites and 1 sleeper for No. 3 overall pick

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