Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur officially named Gardner Minshew the starting quarterback following a Monday press conference, solidifying the move after Minshew led a dramatic comeback victory over the Dallas Cowboys. In a significant roster adjustment, rookie Carson Beck has been elevated to the backup role, while veteran Jacoby Brissett is relegated to the emergency third-string position. LaFleur emphasized that the decision prioritizes Beck’s long-term development, noting the rookie is feeling good and ready for more reps with the scout team.
LaFleur shifts QB room after Cowboys win, leaving Brissett as trade candidate
The change comes after Brissett was benched during Sunday’s game, where he completed 10 of 23 passes for 119 yards and an interception. Through eight games this season, Brissett has completed 63.3 percent of his attempts for 1,719 yards, 10 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. By moving Beck into the two-deep, LaFleur aims to provide the rookie with a clearer path to growth without the pressure of immediate starting duties, a strategy that aligns with the team’s rebuilding phase.
With the November 10 trade deadline approaching, Brissett’s status as the third quarterback makes him an obvious candidate for a trade. When pressed on whether he expects Brissett to remain with the club past the deadline, LaFleur deflected, stating, “Only focused on this week.” He added that Brissett is fully a part of the team and that he is excited to have him as a teammate, leaving the door open for a potential move to another NFL franchise.
Source: Yahoo Sports
