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Brissett's Cake Deal: QB Secures $15M, Back as Starter
27 Jul
Summary
- Jacoby Brissett's contract reworked, guaranteed total now $15 million.
- Brissett returns as starting quarterback for the Cardinals soon.
- He missed offseason activities during contract negotiations.
Jacoby Brissett has finalized a reworked contract for the 2026 season, significantly boosting his guaranteed earnings to $15 million from an initial $1.5 million. This resolution follows months of negotiations and a holdout where Brissett was absent from offseason team activities and mandatory minicamp.
Head coach Mike LaFleur has confirmed that Brissett is slated to return as the Arizona Cardinals' starting quarterback, with his duties resuming as early as Tuesday following a scheduled off day on Monday. Despite a challenging 2025 season where he threw for a career-best in yards and touchdowns but led the team to only one win, Brissett's commitment to returning is clear.
Brissett, who remains a scheduled free agent after this season, expressed his indifference to public skepticism, stating, "Deal got done." He also shared his excitement for getting back on the field and resting, joking about sleeping more than three hours after practice. His return marks a pivotal moment for the Cardinals' offense as they prepare for the upcoming season.
