The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching as the annual league meetings conclude in Phoenix, Arizona. Teams are now finalizing their draft boards and completing their due diligence.One key part of that process is the Top-30 visits each team conducts with various prospects. While these players arent necessarily ranked in a teams top 30, the visits often signal which prospects teams are seriously considering.One position that always draws intense scrutiny is quarterback. After Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson, the race for QB3 in this class remains wide open.MORE: Does the Jalen Hurts discourse make sense?However, one name has recently started to gain surprising momentum: Carson Beck, the former Georgia Bulldog and Miami Hurricane quarterback.Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) is pressured by Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 43-20.Beck has logged three known or reported Top-30 visits, meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Arizona Cardinals, and Miami Dolphins.The Dolphins visit qualifies as a local visit, meaning it does not count against their Top-30 limit. The other two meetings, however, carry more weight, as neither team is local.Notably, both teams appear to have long-term answers at quarterback. Meanwhile, despite signing Malik Willis, reports indicate the Dolphins may still be evaluating contingency plans.MORE: Las Vegas Raiders have another veteran quarterback in mind for 2026That context makes Becks visits even more intriguing. He entered the 2025 season as a potential Heisman favorite and, before suffering a UCL injury in 2024, projected as a strong first-round candidate for the 2025 NFL Draft.Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck (11) celebrates with the trophy after defeating the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesBecks up-and-down season at Miami revealed flashes of a mature, experienced passer capable of processing at the next level. However, his arm strength noticeably declined as the season progressed.The drop-off wasnt as dramatic as late-career versions of Ben Roethlisberger or Peyton Manning, but Becks medical outlook remains a significant concern.So, can you rule Beck out in the first round? Possiblybut history suggests caution.MORE: Fernando Mendozas Indiana Pro Day updates, highlights before 2026 NFL DraftConsider Tyler Shough, who entered the draft process as a projected Day 3 pick before surging late into second-round consideration, even generating some first-round buzz. Like Beck, Shough carried notable injury concerns but still offered clear passing talent.Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami quarterback Carson Beck (QB04) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesAs things stand today, Beck likely falls short of first-round status.But with two to three weeks remaining, could that change? Could Beck emerge as a dark-horse Day 1 or Day 2 selection? Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories on The Big Lead

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