Arch Manning’s struggles at Texas open the door for Cardinals in 2027 NFL Draft

Arch Manning may be playing himself into the Arizona Cardinals' draft range due to his struggles at Texas this season.

By Reese Kunz · Raising Zona

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:21 PM

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Reese Kunz argues Arch Manning's draft stock drop makes him a viable target for the Arizona Cardinals.
Fox Sports analyst Rob Rang projected the Cardinals to select Manning with the No. 12 pick.
The Cardinals recently overhauled their quarterback room, trading Jacoby Brissett and naming Gardner Minshew II starter.

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Reese Kunz of Raising Zona argues that Arch Manning's difficult senior season at Texas could allow the Arizona Cardinals to draft him in the 2027 NFL Draft. Once projected as the No. 1 overall pick, Manning's falling draft stock places him in range for Arizona, who are projected to pick around No. 12.

The Cardinals recently traded Jacoby Brissett and started Gardner Minshew II, leading analysts like Fox Sports' Rob Rang to project Manning to Arizona. Kunz contends that head coach Mike LaFleur's offensive system could unlock Manning's upside, making him a worthwhile high-risk, high-reward target.

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