Jacoby Brissett-Cardinals Contract Standoff Still Unresolved as Camp Opens
Summary
The Arizona Cardinals have started their training camp without a contract agreement with quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Brissett wants a higher salary, and although both sides agree he deserves more money, they have not agreed on the exact amount yet.Key Facts
- Jacoby Brissett skipped voluntary workouts in May to push for a new contract.
- The Cardinals opened training camp without a deal with Brissett.
- Brissett’s current contract pays him about $5.4 million this season, with only $1.5 million guaranteed.
- Brissett likely will be the team's starting quarterback for Week 1, as other options are less experienced.
- The team may offer around $7 million per year, similar to other top backup quarterbacks.
- Brissett may be seeking closer to $11 million per year, in line with some starting quarterbacks’ salaries.
- A full contract holdout by Brissett is unlikely because he would lose guaranteed money and face fines.
- The Cardinals’ preseason starts August 6, which may pressure them to reach an agreement soon.
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