Arizona Cardinals Trade Down in 2026 NFL Mock Draft to Select Offensive Tackle
NFL mock draft: Arizona Cardinals make trade, get OT in 7-round projections
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In the 2026 NFL mock draft, the Arizona Cardinals, holding the third overall pick, traded down to seventh overall with the Washington Commanders. They aim to bolster their offensive line by selecting offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa while also acquiring additional picks in the process.
- 01Arizona Cardinals trade down from the third to the seventh overall pick.
- 02They acquire offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa from Miami.
- 03The Cardinals also gain multiple additional picks through trades.
- 04Clemson EDGE T.J. Parker is selected in the second round.
- 05The draft is scheduled to begin on April 23, 2026.
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The Arizona Cardinals are preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled to start on April 23, 2026. In a recent mock draft simulation, they traded their third overall pick to the Washington Commanders for the seventh pick, a third-round pick (71st overall), and a second-round pick in 2027. This strategic move allows the Cardinals to select Miami offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa with their new seventh pick. Additionally, the Cardinals traded their second-round pick (34th overall) to the Miami Dolphins for the 43rd and 94th picks. Other notable selections in this simulation include Clemson EDGE T.J. Parker in the second round and Arizona safety Treydan Stukes in the third round. This approach aims to strengthen the team's roster while gaining valuable future assets.
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The Cardinals' strategic trades could lead to a more competitive team, benefiting fans and local supporters by improving game performance.
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