The Arizona Cardinals have drafted seven players across all seven rounds in the 2026 NFL draft. They focused on bolstering their offense with their early picks before shifting focus to defense and depth pieces.
They made an almost unprecedented move by picking Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love with their No. 3 selection. Picking a running back this high is unusual.
Round-by-Round Full List of Cardinals Selections Revealed
Round 1 (Pick No. 3): Jeremiyah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
Love became the first running back off the draft board and also became one of the highest-drafted RBs in recent years. As a result, the Cardinals passed on other positions like edge rusher or QB. Love is coming off a splendid season with Notre Dame, rushing over 2,800 yards and 36 TDs. He can also catch receptions. He is expected to become a vital cog on Arizona’s offense for years to come.
Round 2 (Pick No. 34): Chase Bisontis (OG, Texas A&M)
Bisontis is an offensive guard who can also play tackle, thanks to his 6’5”, 315 lbs size. By picking, the Cardinals strengthened their interior offensive line, thereby helping their RBs get through the opposing line easily. He’s expected to compete for a starting role.
Round 3 (Pick No. 65): Carson Beck (QB, Miami)
After transferring from Georgia, Beck proved his worth by taking Miami to the NCAA championship game. In his final college season with the Canes, Beck passed for 3,813 yards with 30 touchdowns against 12 interceptions on 72.4% pass completion rate.
Beck is a pocket-passer who has experience playing in big games. While he won’t get the starting job outright, he will have to make his way by competing with other veterans during training camp.
Round 4 (Pick No. 104): Kaleb Proctor (DT, Southeastern Louisiana)
Kaleb Proctor became the first FCS player selected in the 2026 draft. Moreover, he became the first Southeastern Louisiana player to be drafted since Harlan Miller in 2016. In 48 games, Proctor has accounted for 134 total tackles, 45 solo, 26 TFLs, 16 sacks, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery.
Proctor was the Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Year (2025), First-team FCS All-American and First-team All-Southland. His 6-foot-2 height and 295 lbs weight are not massive for a defensive tackle, but he is reportedly explosive and fast. He could be rotated for the defensive line during the season.
Here are the remaining three picks from Arizona in the draft:
Round 5 (Pick No. 143): Reggie Virgil (WR, Texas Tech)
The Texas Tech wide receiver has caught 98 receptions for 1,554 yards
and 16 TDs in his career. Last season, he caught 55 catches for 676 yards and six TDs. He can provide depth to Arizona’s WR room and can also contribute to special teams.
Round 6 (Pick No. 183): Karson Sharar (LB, Iowa)
Sharar has a high football IQ and is a reliable commodity in run defense. He will be asked to contribute to special teams early.
Round 7 (Pick No. 217): Jayden Williams (OT, Ole Miss)
Williams has made 34 starts in his career at OL, with all games in 2025 coming at right tackle. He notably allowed just two sacks.
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