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Indiana Hoosiers running back Roman Hemby (1) warms up Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

The Arizona Cardinals can find some quality outside of their top picks. Here's five players who make complete sense.

Indiana Hoosiers running back Roman Hemby (1) warms up Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

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The Arizona Cardinals can find some quality outside of their top picks. Here's five players who make complete sense.

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Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) against the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals get active early and often.

Texas Tech's David Bailey prepares to rush the Arkansas-Pine Bluff offene during a non-conference football game, Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

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The Arizona Cardinals eat their vegetables here in this mock draft.

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (61) against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

These three players should be atop everyone's board for the Arizona Cardinals in all seven rounds.

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (18) walks across the field during a college football game between Ole Miss and LSU at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Miss., on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Ole Miss defeated LSU 24-19.

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The Arizona Cardinals don't waste any time in this seven-round mock draft.

Sep 25, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Calais Campbell (93) against the Seattle Seahawks at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals would love to have this well respected voice back.

Oct 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up before their game against the Tennessee Titans at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals have their priorities set for the coming draft.

Feb 3, 2026; Tempe, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort at a press conference at the Cardinals training facility. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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As of now, here's what the Arizona Cardinals are doing.

Feb 3, 2026; Tempe, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort at a press conference at the Cardinals training facility. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals could break the internet with their first pick if this comes to fruition.

Dec 28, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) reacts after a pass is interceptied with 42 seconds remaining against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals still need to answer these questions after free agency.

Sep 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) celebrates a sack during the second half against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals could revamp their team overnight.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson (QB17) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals would be taking this risk. Is it worth it?

Jan 4, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws downfield against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals couldn't leapfrog up the NFC West rankings.

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Free agency frenzy is over for the Arizona Cardinals. Let's answer your questions.

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) reacts after a three and out against the Commanders during a game at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Sept. 29, 2024.

The Arizona Cardinals' free agency frenzy is in the books. Here's what we really think.

Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker David Bailey (31) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals move into the offseason with this fresh seven-round mock draft.

Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Kelvin Beachum (68) against the Jacksonville Jaguars at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals move into the offseason with these three players likely not coming back.

Dec 28, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort watches from the sidelines against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals didn't quite make a big splash in terms of free agency.

Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight (20) celebrates a touchdown with offensive lineman Jon Gaines II (71), Hjalte Froholdt (72) and Paris Johnson Jr. (70) against the Jacksonville Jaguars at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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This might go unnoticed, though the Arizona Cardinals did address one area of the team.

Jan 4, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) throws a pass against the New Orleans Saints in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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These three free agents could immediately start for the Arizona Cardinals.

Feb 3, 2026; Tempe, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort at a press conference at the Cardinals training facility. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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One analyst believes so — but should the Arizona Cardinals actually be worried?

Arizona Cardinals newly signed free agent Isaac Seumalo speaks to the press at the Arizona Cardinals training facility in Tempe, on March 11, 2026.

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The Arizona Cardinals did make one smart move in free agency, according to ESPN.

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) celebrates a win after a game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

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Multiple trades shake up the first round of this 2026 NFL mock draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese (8) reacts during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin.

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The Arizona Cardinals could be in a spot to take one of the NFL Draft's more polarizing players.

Sep 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs during the second half against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Arizona Cardinals' free agency period is slowing down. Let's talk about it.