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Cardinals Coach Speaks Out on Jacoby Brissett Holdout With Clear Message

Cardinals Coach Speaks Out on Jacoby Brissett Holdout With Clear Message

Summary

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett is holding out for a better contract with more guaranteed money. The team has told him he will be the starter this season, and both head coach Mike LaFleur and general manager Monti Ossenfort say talks with Brissett are ongoing and positive.

Key Facts

  • Jacoby Brissett is due to make $9.06 million this season if he hits all incentives, but only $1.5 million is guaranteed.
  • Brissett wants a contract with more guaranteed money and financial security.
  • The Arizona Cardinals have confirmed Brissett will be the starting quarterback.
  • Head coach Mike LaFleur and general manager Monti Ossenfort have both communicated with Brissett about his contract.
  • LaFleur described the talks as ongoing and said the offseason program is still voluntary.
  • Brissett played 14 games last season, passing for 3,336 yards with 23 touchdowns and 8 interceptions.
  • The Cardinals recently completed their rookie minicamp while continuing contract talks with Brissett.
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