Jacoby Brissett Makes Clear Decision Amid Potential Punishment: Report
Summary
Jacoby Brissett, the Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback, missed early team activities while seeking a new contract. He plans to attend minicamp to avoid fines, despite being paid much less than other quarterbacks.Key Facts
- Jacoby Brissett missed the first two phases of Arizona Cardinals minicamp and all organized team activities.
- He is holding out for a new contract; his current deal pays $4.88 million with $1.5 million guaranteed.
- Gardner Minshew II, also a Cardinals quarterback, has $5.14 million guaranteed for 2026.
- Brissett will attend minicamp to avoid fines totaling more than $107,000 according to NFL rules.
- Brissett started 12 games last season, passing for 3,366 yards with 23 touchdowns and 8 interceptions.
- The Cardinals had a 1-11 record in Brissett’s starts.
- The team drafted Carson Beck as a quarterback in the 2026 NFL draft, increasing competition for the starting job.
- Most starting NFL quarterbacks earn over $30 million per year, while Brissett’s expected salary is just over $6 million.
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