What happened: Rookie quarterback Carson Beck is expected to start for the Arizona Cardinals this week, according to CBS Sports. The third-round draft pick is slated to make his first career NFL start.
Why it matters: Arizona is 3-6 in 2026 through 9 games after a 17-3 loss in Seattle, leaving the team 14th in the conference standings. Handing Beck the starting role gives the franchise an extended look at the rookie passer heading into the final stretch of the season.
By the numbers: Arizona is 3-6 in 2026 through 9 games and currently on a one-game losing streak. Beck entered the league as the No.
What to watch: Beck will take first-team repetitions in practice as Arizona prepares for its Week 10 contest.