NFL mock draft for Day 2 from ESPN has Carson Beck going quickly

The 2026 NFL Draft first round brought us one huge surprise: The Los Angeles Rams' questionable pick of Alabama QB Ty Simpson, which left fans scratching their heads and head coach Sean McVay seemingly unhappy.

Most mocks had Simpson linked to the Arizona Cardinals, who enter Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft without a quarterback of the future. Could Miami QB Carson Beck be that guy? He's not listed as one of our 21 best players available entering Day 2, but according to ESPN's Matt Miller in a new mock, he could be taken No. 34 overall by the Cards on Friday.

Here's his take on why:

Hmmm! Make sure to check out our first-round winners and losers, along with our grades for every first-round pick.

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