Carson Beck's draft journey is one to watch as we approach April. According to Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest rankings, Beck, the former Miami quarterback, is sitting as the No. 3 QB in the 2026 class, trailing only Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and Alabama's Ty Simpson.
Beck's rise comes after a standout season where he threw for 3,813 yards and 30 touchdowns for the Hurricanes. The big question now: just how high can Beck climb in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Kiper's Take on Beck
While Kiper ranks Beck as QB3, this doesn't necessarily translate to a first-round selection. Kiper suggests that Beck might not be a Day 1 pick. He’s mentioned that the Rams, picking at No. 29, could benefit from waiting until Day 2 for quarterbacks like Beck, Drew Allar, or Trinidad Chambliss, rather than reaching early.
The Rams have also shown interest in Simpson, which could affect Beck's chances at No. 29. This highlights the thin nature of this QB class-being QB3 in a "weaker" class might not secure a first-round spot, despite the high demand for quarterbacks.
Jeremiah's Perspective
Daniel Jeremiah's three-round mock draft recently placed Beck with the Arizona Cardinals at No. 65 overall, the first pick of the third round.
Beck isn't seen as a surefire first-rounder, but he remains in a position where teams might consider him late in the second or early in the third round. This is a significant jump from where Beck was last year.
Where Will Beck Land?
Considering insights from Kiper and Jeremiah, Beck seems poised for a Day 2 to early Day 3 selection. If Simpson is picked on Day 1, it could boost Beck’s chances of an earlier call, though nothing is certain as teams have their own rankings and strategies.
Some teams might rank Beck lower, opting for other prospects even if he's available late in the second or early third round. Beck heads into the draft with a range of possibilities, but one thing is clear: his name will be called, even if it’s later in the process.