Jacoby Brissett leads NFL in passing yards since becoming Cardinals' starter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Jacoby Brissett has taken the lead in passing yards among NFL quarterbacks since becoming the Cardinals' starter in Week 6 of last season. After throwing for 277 yards in a win against the Chargers, Brissett now has 3,643 passing yards over 13 games. He maintains a completion rate of 65.6 percent, accumulating 24 touchdowns and eight interceptions. Despite the Cardinals' struggles last season, Brissett's performance has highlighted his potential. The Cardinals face the Seahawks next, as they aim to build on their recent success.
- •Brissett has 3,643 passing yards since Week 6 of last season.
- •He ranks ahead of Jared Goff, Dak Prescott, and Matthew Stafford.
- •Brissett's completion percentage is 65.6% with 24 touchdowns.
- •Cardinals have an upcoming game against the Seahawks.
- •The Cardinals won against the Chargers on Sunday.
- 8:46 AMYahoo Sports — Jacoby Brissett leads the NFL in passing yards since becoming the Cardinals' starter
"Brissett's 277 passing yards on Sunday helped the Cardinals beat the Chargers.
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