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NFL·HOT_TAKE·July 28, 2026 06:14 AM ET

Cardinals were right to give Jacoby Brissett a starter's raise

The reworked pact leaves Brissett eligible for free agency in 2027.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read
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What happened: The Arizona Cardinals guaranteed Jacoby Brissett $15.5 million for 2026 after he skipped most of the offseason program seeking new terms. Incentives can lift the one-year deal to $21 million.

Why it matters: Brissett completed 64.9% of his passes for 3,366 yards, 23 touchdowns and eight interceptions across 14 games in 2025. Keeping the commitment to one season limits long-term risk while rewarding his current production.

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  • NFL.com 

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