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Mel Kiper Jr. 2026 NFL Mock Draft has the Arizona Cardinals trading up for a quarterback
TL;DR
Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft predicts the Arizona Cardinals will trade up to select quarterback Ty Simpson from Alabama. The Cardinals are also expected to pick linebacker Arvell Reese from Ohio State at third overall.
Key points
- Mel Kiper Jr. released a new 2026 NFL Mock Draft.
- Arizona Cardinals are projected to trade up for a quarterback.
- Cardinals will likely select Arvell Reese at third overall.
- The trade involves sending picks 34 and 65 to the Dolphins.
- Ty Simpson from Alabama is the targeted quarterback.
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3.Ā Arizona Cardinals
**Arvell Reese, OLB, Ohio State**
New coach Mike LaFleur will want some foundational players on his defense, and Reese has a sky-high ceiling. He has extended experience at off-ball linebacker and off the edge, and Arizona could use him at either spot. His future is probably rushing the passer, though, and he had 6.5 sacks last season. The Cardinals ā who were in the bottom five in pressure rate (28.5%) last season ā need someone such as Reese oppositeĀ Josh SweatĀ in a division that features quarterbacksĀ Matthew Stafford,Ā Ā andĀ .
Q&A
What trade are the Arizona Cardinals making in the 2026 NFL Mock Draft?
The Cardinals are projected to trade their 34th and 65th picks to the Dolphins for the 30th and 94th picks.
Who is Ty Simpson and why is he significant for the Cardinals?
Ty Simpson is a quarterback from Alabama, and his selection is seen as crucial for the Cardinals as they look to secure their quarterback of the future.
What position will the Cardinals likely draft at number three overall?
The Cardinals are expected to draft Arvell Reese, an outside linebacker from Ohio State, at the third overall pick.