Cardinals name Jacoby Brissett as offensive captain ahead of regular season

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Cardinals name Jacoby Brissett as offensive captain ahead of regular season
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The Arizona Cardinals have appointed quarterback Jacoby Brissett as one of two offensive captains for the upcoming season. Teammates selected Brissett alongside center Hjalte Froholdt following an offseason where the quarterback worked to integrate into the team's new offensive scheme. Defensive captains include safety Budda Baker and inside linebacker Mack Wilson Sr., with long snapper Casey Kreiter representing special teams. Despite public criticism regarding his 1-11 record as a starter last year, coaching staff and players expressed confidence in his leadership and communication skills. Head coach Mike LaFleur noted the quarterback's positive impact on team chemistry during his first seven weeks with the organization. The team now enters an 11-week stretch of games to determine their competitiveness for the remainder of the schedule.

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  • Jacoby Brissett and Hjalte Froholdt will serve as the team's offensive captains.
  • Budda Baker and Mack Wilson Sr. were selected as defensive captains.
  • Casey Kreiter was named the special teams captain.
  • The Cardinals face a challenging 11-week stretch to open the season.
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  • 1:05 PMYahoo SportsCan the QB Jacoby Brissett help his Cardinals shock the football world?
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The newly named team captain might help the Cardinals be better than expected.

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