Quarterback Carson Beck, who starred with the University of Miami Hurricanes, was selected by the Arizona Cardinals with the 65th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Beck became the third quarterback chosen in this edition of the draft, behind Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson.
Carson Beck shone in Miami before making the jump to the NFL
After spending four seasons with the Georgia Bulldogs, Beck played in 2025 with the Miami Hurricanes, where he had an outstanding campaign.
The quarterback led Miami to the national championship game, throwing for 3,813 yards and 30 touchdowns, establishing himself as one of the most outstanding passers in college football.
His impact was immediate, returning national prominence to the Miami program and raising its value heading into the NFL Draft.
Arizona bets on Carson Beck as future quarterback
The Arizona Cardinals are looking for long-term stability at the position after parting ways with Kyler Murray during the offseason.
The franchise also added Gardner Minshew in free agency, while Jacoby Brissett remains on the roster after starting 12 games in 2025.
However, Beck’s arrival reflects that Arizona is thinking about the future and sees the former Miami player as a development option with the potential to become a starter.
Profile of Carson Beck heading to the NFL
Analysts highlight his experience: he won 37 of 43 games as a starter in college football and finished his career with 88 touchdowns, 32 interceptions and almost 70% completion rates.
His main strength is reading defenses, progressing routes and executing from the pocket. Although there are questions about his passing depth after an elbow injury suffered in 2024, his season in Miami confirmed that he has the tools to compete in the NFL.
Miami continues to produce NFL talent
The selection of Carson Beck reaffirms the resurgence of the Miami Hurricanes as a hotbed of professional talent. After leading the team to the national title game, Beck now begins a new stage with Arizona looking to establish itself in the league.
