In a surprising move in the latest 2025 NFL mock draft, the Arizona Cardinals have not only picked up a solid defensive line prospect, Kenneth Grant, at No. 18 overall but also reunited Marvin Harrison Jr. with a former Ohio State teammate in the second round.
Arizona, sitting at 6-5, is still in the playoff race but is already turning its attention to the future. With their second-round pick at No. 50 overall, the Cardinals selected Ohio State cornerback Cam Burke. Burke, who could have entered the 2024 draft but chose to return for a senior season, has shown steady progress despite an up-and-down year.
Burke’s standout college career, which includes four interceptions and 26 pass breakups, positions him as a potential contributor for the Cardinals’ secondary. While his tackling skills remain inconsistent, Burke’s ability to disrupt plays and knock the ball loose makes him a compelling option for Arizona’s defense.
The move would not only bolster the Cardinals’ defense but also provide a familiar face for Harrison Jr., who has had a solid rookie campaign since being drafted by Arizona last year. If this mock draft were to come true, the duo would continue their successful college chemistry in the NFL, with Burke’s technical prowess potentially elevating an underwhelming secondary outside of star safety Budda Baker.
