Cardinals promote Jacoby Brissett amid offseason changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals have appointed Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season. Following a disappointing 3-14 season, the team parted ways with head coach Jonathan Gannon and former top pick Kyler Murray. Brissett, who played 14 games last season with 3,366 passing yards, received a pay raise in a new deal worth $15.5 million, with potential incentives reaching up to $21 million. The Cardinals also welcomed rookie quarterback Carson Beck and running back Jeremiyah Love, who is expected to play a significant role this season. Training camp is currently underway in Arizona, with Brissett leading the quarterback depth chart.
- •Brissett led last season with 23 touchdowns and 8 interceptions.
- •Arizona released Kyler Murray and parted ways with head coach Jonathan Gannon.
- •Rookie Jeremiyah Love is already top on the running back depth chart.
- •Training camp is currently underway for the Cardinals.
- •Brissett's new contract includes a base salary of $15.5 million.
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