Mel Kiper projects Cardinals to select Jeremiah Smith in 2027 draft

ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has projected the Arizona Cardinals to select Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith with the fourth overall pick in his early 2027 NFL mock draft. Kiper identifies Smith as the top prospect on his board, suggesting the team should prioritize talent regardless of previous investments at the position. The Cardinals previously used the fourth overall pick in 2024 to select Marvin Harrison Jr., who played for Ohio State before joining Arizona. The decision to target another receiver remains contingent on the development of quarterback Carson Beck, whom the team selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. If Beck demonstrates potential during this season, the Cardinals may pass on selecting a quarterback in the next draft to add an additional playmaker to the roster. The team holds the entirety of the current season to evaluate Beck's future role within the offense.

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