Carson Beck impresses in NFL debut for Cardinals against Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Carson Beck made his NFL debut as the starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game against the Carolina Panthers on August 6, 2026. He completed 11 of 14 passes for 148 yards and threw one touchdown without interceptions, helping the Cardinals score 17 points in the first half. Drafted in the third round, Beck faced competition from veterans Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew but showed potential to climb the depth chart after a solid preseason start.
- •Beck started over veterans to debut against the Panthers.
- •He recorded his first NFL touchdown to Simi Fehoko.
- •Currently, the Cardinals' QB depth chart is Brissett, Minshew, Beck, and Kedon Slovis.
- •Cardinals scored 17 points in the first half.
- •Beck's preseason performance could lead to more opportunities.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Carson Beck debut grades: Cardinals rookie QB shines in flashy preseason start vs. Panthers
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals QB Depth Chart: Could rookie Carson Beck's impressive NFL debut create competition in Arizona?
"Carson Beck continued to build on his strong rookie training camp with the Cardinals by showcasing plenty of tools in his preseason debut.
"Here's a breakdown of how Beck could climb the Cardinals' depth chart if his strong preseason play continues.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 2:08 AMCarson Beck debut grades: Cardinals rookie QB shines in flashy preseason start vs. Panthers
Carson Beck continued to build on his strong rookie training camp with the Cardinals by showcasing plenty of tools in his preseason debut.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 1:35 AMCardinals QB Depth Chart: Could rookie Carson Beck's impressive NFL debut create competition in Arizona?
Here's a breakdown of how Beck could climb the Cardinals' depth chart if his strong preseason play continues.
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