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NFL grades for each Arizona Cardinals first-round pick since 2000 |
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NFL grades for each Arizona Cardinals first-round pick since 2000 TL;DR The Arizona Cardinals hold the third pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, seeking a new direction under coach Mike LaFleur. The team's performance with first-round picks since 2000 is under review as they navigate a tough NFC West division.
Key points Arizona Cardinals have the third pick in the 2026 NFL Draft Mike LaFleur is the new head coach Cardinals are in the NFC West division Performance of first-round picks since 2000 is evaluated Mentioned in this story
Mike LaFleur Jacoby Brissett
Fernando Mendoza Arizona Cardinals Los Angeles Rams
The Arizona Cardinals have the third pick in the 2026 NFL draft . This is a team with a new coach and one that needs a new direction. It won't be easy because the Cardinals are in the toughest division in football, the NFC West. Mike LaFleur comes over from the Rams to try and fix the offense.
Will Jacoby Brissett be the QB or will they find a gem in the draft. It's highly unlikely it will come with the third overall pick because there isn't a signal-caller behind Fernando Mendoza rated that highly.
How have the Cardinals done with first-round picks since 2000?
2000
Thomas Jones of the Arizona Cardinals is tackled by Jason Sehorn of the New York Giants.
Thomas Jones of the Arizona Cardinals is tackled by Jason Sehorn of the New York Giants.
Player: Thomas Jones
Pick: 7
Position: RB
Grade: C-
2001
Cardinals offensive lineman Leonard Davis protects quarterback Jake Plummer.
Q&A What is the Arizona Cardinals' draft position in 2026? The Arizona Cardinals have the third pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Who is the new coach of the Arizona Cardinals? Mike LaFleur is the new coach of the Arizona Cardinals, coming from the Rams.
How have the Arizona Cardinals performed with first-round picks since 2000? The article reviews the performance of the Arizona Cardinals' first-round picks since 2000.
Will Jacoby Brissett be the starting quarterback for the Cardinals? It is uncertain if Jacoby Brissett will be the starting quarterback, as the team may look for a new option in the draft.
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Cardinals offensive lineman Leonard Davis protects quarterback Jake Plummer.
2002 Running back Stephen Davis of the Carolina Panthers fights for yardage while being grabbed by defensive tackle Wendell Bryant.
Running back Stephen Davis of the Carolina Panthers fights for yardage while being grabbed by defensive tackle Wendell Bryant.
2003 Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Bryant Johnson.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Bryant Johnson.
2004
2005 Arizona Cardinals safety Antrel Rolle against the St. Louis Rams.
Arizona Cardinals safety Antrel Rolle against the St. Louis Rams.
2006 Arizona Cardinals quarterbackMatt Leinart looks to pass against the Minnesota Vikings.
Arizona Cardinals quarterbackMatt Leinart looks to pass against the Minnesota Vikings.
2007 Arizona Cardinals tackle Levi Brown against the San Francisco 49ers.
Arizona Cardinals tackle Levi Brown against the San Francisco 49ers.
2008 Arizona Cardinals cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin.
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin.
2009 Arizona Cardinals running back Beanie Wells runs 31 yards for a touchdown.
Arizona Cardinals running back Beanie Wells runs 31 yards for a touchdown.
2010 St. Louis Rams running back Zac Stacy scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter under pressure from Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dan Williams.
St. Louis Rams running back Zac Stacy scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter under pressure from Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dan Williams.
2011 Arizona Cardinals Patrick Peterson laughs after a flag was thrown on him
Arizona Cardinals Patrick Peterson laughs after a flag was thrown on him
2012 Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Floyd catches the ball for a touchdown.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Floyd catches the ball for a touchdown.
2013 Arizona Cardinals guard Jonathan Cooper against the Green Bay Packers.
Arizona Cardinals guard Jonathan Cooper against the Green Bay Packers.
2014 Nick Vannett (81) carries the ball after a catch while being defended by Arizona Cardinals' Deone Bucannon.
Nick Vannett (81) carries the ball after a catch while being defended by Arizona Cardinals' Deone Bucannon.
2015 Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) and offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (74).
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) and offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (74).
2016
2017 Arizona Cardinals linebacker Haason Reddick.
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Haason Reddick.
2018 Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen.
2019 Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) scrambles with the football in the second half against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago on Dec. 5, 2021.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) scrambles with the football in the second half against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago on Dec. 5, 2021.
2020 Cardinals' Isaiah Simmons has a ball fall to him but can't make the interception.
Cardinals' Isaiah Simmons has a ball fall to him but can't make the interception.
2021 Kacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) throws a pass as offensive lineman Cole Van Lanen (70) blocks Arizona Cardinals' Zaven Collins.
Kacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) throws a pass as offensive lineman Cole Van Lanen (70) blocks Arizona Cardinals' Zaven Collins.
2022
2023 Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. spikes the ball after a touchdown by tight end Trey McBride.
Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. spikes the ball after a touchdown by tight end Trey McBride.
Player: Paris Johnson Jr.
2024 Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. catches a pass for a touchdown.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. catches a pass for a touchdown.
Player: Marvin Harrison Jr.
2025 Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Walter Nolen III reacts after suffering an injury against the Atlanta Falcons.
Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Walter Nolen III reacts after suffering an injury against the Atlanta Falcons.
