Report: Jacoby Brissett reports to Cardinals training camp
NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport reported Brissett was in the building but there is "nothing new as of right now on his contract."
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Quarterback Jacoby Brissett answered the first big question of Arizona Cardinals training camp by reporting alongside the team’s veterans Wednesday, but his long-term situation remains unresolved.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport reported Brissett was in the building but there is “nothing new as of right now on his contract.”
Brissett, who is expected to enter camp as Arizona’s Week 1 starter, showed up at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center in Tempe and avoided mandatory fines. However, whether he actively participates when practices begin Thursday will signal if a full-fledged holdout is underway.
The 33-year-old veteran is seeking a revised contract after stepping in as the starter last season following the departure of Kyler Murray. Brissett is currently scheduled to earn up to $5.39 million in 2026, but only $1.5 million of his base salary is guaranteed.
His current deal sits below market rate for an NFL starter and trails the contract of backup Gardner Minshew II, who signed this offseason on a deal featuring higher guaranteed pay.
Brissett, who acts as his own agent, skipped voluntary offseason workouts and did not participate in team drills during June’s mandatory minicamp as negotiations stalled. While both sides reportedly agree Brissett deserves a raise, they have yet to close the gap on financial terms.
Despite the ongoing dispute, Brissett spent part of the summer hosting private workouts in South Florida with key playmakers, including tight end Trey McBride and wide receiver Michael Wilson, both of whom turned in career years with Brissett under center last season. Teammates, including veteran safety Budda Baker, have publicly voiced support for the quarterback’s contract push.
If Brissett opts to hold out during practice, the Cardinals will turn to Minshew and rookie third-round pick Carson Beck to handle first-team reps under center.
The Cardinals kick off their full training camp schedule on Thursday, where Brissett’s level of participation will be the main storyline to watch.
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Fact is, Jimmy G doesn't have the goods which is why no one signed him in 2025, and why no one has anyone signed him this year.
Any conversations from the Cardinals about bringing him in are100% intended as a bargaining chip to entice Brissett to sign and report to Camp. The best option the Cardinals have by far, is going with Brissett at No. 1 and Minshew at 2, with Beck only appearing in the last preseason game, otherwise, he holds a clipboard for the 2026 season.
Jimmy is a very old 34. He's had a long injury history, which has left him with a body that has a ton of hard miles on it. He would barely have enough time to learn the offense, and likely wouldn't learn the PERSONNEL until the end of the year. He was a complete disaster in his last 2 years with the LA Rams his only start in the year end finale which the Rams lost, where over half the yards he got were in Garbage time against Seattle's reserves.
I would be a HARD NO on Jimmy G.
Jimmy G would be Sam Bradford 2.0
Cardinals this week have confirmed to several sources including Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network that Brissett is owed a new contract and more money. Brissett wants $11; Cardinals were offering $7, and have offered to meet Brissett in the middle.
From Yahoo this evening: Teams don't typically invest additional money in a player they see as a temporary placeholder. Whether Brissett ultimately starts every game or not, Arizona's actions suggest the organization believes he gives them their best chance to compete this season while providing leadership in a quarterback room that includes younger talent. That belief has ripple effects throughout the roster. Offensive continuity, locker room confidence, and player development all benefit from stability at football's most important position. Veterans want clarity, young players need leadership, and coaches need consistency while installing a system.
For Cardinals fans, this isn't simply another contract update. It's a window into the franchise's evaluation process. Arizona appears willing to back its quarterback with more than words, demonstrating confidence through financial commitment. Whether Brissett ultimately proves to be the long-term answer remains to be seen. But the Cardinals' approach makes it clear they believe he is the answer for this 2026 season, or at least the start of it.