Jacoby Brissett will be the Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback to begin 2026

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Jacoby Brissett will be the starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in 2026. The team is reportedly working on a contract adjustment for him as they prepare for a challenging season.

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Jacoby Brissett named starting QB for Arizona Cardinals in 2026
Contract adjustment for Brissett is in the works
Brissett has a 2-15 record as a starter since 2024

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CINCINNATI, OHIO - DECEMBER 28: Jacoby Brissett #7 of the Arizona Cardinals warms up prior to a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images While the speculation and discussion was fun for a little bit, today ended the flirtation with the Arizona Cardinals getting a 42-year old Aaron Rodgers. Not that anything is official, but Ian Rapoport is reporting he will be with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. This coincides with Josh Weinfuss reporting that the Cardinals will make Jacoby Brissett their starter for the 2026 season and are working towards a contract that reflects that. Now the question becomes how much will that contract adjustment reflect his play and being an NFL starter for the team expected to be one of the two worst in the league? Brissett since 2024 is 2-15 as a starter, and has helped the New England Patriots and Cardinals land top five NLF Draft picks in back-to-back drafts. While high picks are invaluable, how much will that be worth to the Cardinals, especially with Carson Beck in tow and the Cardinals needing to find out what they have in Beck unless Brissett finds a way to start winning games. The real question becomes, how many games do you expect Brissett to start in 2026 and what is that worth to the Cardinals as a organization?

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Why is Jacoby Brissett starting for the Arizona Cardinals in 2026?

Jacoby Brissett is starting due to the Cardinals' decision to move on from other options, including Aaron Rodgers, and to evaluate their roster.

What is Jacoby Brissett's record as a starter since 2024?

Since 2024, Jacoby Brissett has a record of 2-15 as a starter.

What impact will Brissett's performance have on the Cardinals' future?

Brissett's performance will be crucial for the Cardinals as they aim to assess their roster and potentially secure high draft picks.

Jacoby Brissett will be the Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback to begin 2026

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