The Arizona Cardinals made a move that was on everyone’s radar this offseason by parting ways with Kyler Murray. This decision left a noticeable gap at the quarterback position.
To address this, the Cardinals brought in veterans Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. While both are solid players, they aren't exactly game-changers.
But is this the final setup for the Cardinals? With the NFL Draft just around the corner, the rumor mill is buzzing. In a surprising twist, NFL.com's Charles Davis has the Cardinals selecting Alabama's quarterback Ty Simpson with the third overall pick in his latest mock draft.
Davis recalls a similar situation last year when he predicted Jaxson Dart would go to the Giants at No. 3, though Dart eventually landed with New York after a trade. This year, Davis speculates that Simpson could be Arizona's choice, even if they don't pick him at No. 3.
Is Simpson the right fit for the Cardinals? If the team is convinced he’s their future star, then he might be.
However, most mock drafts don't have Simpson going this high, with some not even placing him in the first round. Picking him at No. 3 would be a bold move.
If Arizona decides to take this leap, they must be confident that Simpson is their long-term answer at quarterback. Selecting a QB at No. 3 typically signals a commitment to a player expected to lead the team for the next decade or more.
Is Simpson that player for the Cardinals? That remains the million-dollar question.