Jacoby Brissett seeks higher salary as Cardinals prepare for training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals are addressing a quarterback situation with Jacoby Brissett seeking a pay increase ahead of the 2026 season. After initially signing a two-year deal worth $12.5 million, Brissett took over as the starting QB following Kyler Murray's injury last season. With Brissett reportedly ranked 30th in league pay among quarterbacks, the franchise is considering options to manage his contract. Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur has named Brissett the starting QB, as the team also signed backup Gardner Minshew and drafted Carson Beck.
- •Brissett demands a salary increase before the 2026 season.
- •He was named starting QB after Kyler Murray's absence last season.
- •Arizona signed Gardner Minshew for QB depth and drafted Carson Beck.
- •Brissett currently makes $6.25 million, ranking low among NFL starters.
- •Coach Mike LaFleur wishes to avoid a lengthy QB battle.
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals can get creative with Brissett’s contract
"The apparent starting QB wants to be paid more, so here is the answer
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