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NFL·PREVIEW·November 4, 2026 04:27 PM ET

Gardner Minshew, Mike LaFleur address Arizona offense ahead of Week 9

Carson Beck moves into the backup quarterback role.

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What happened: Arizona head coach Mike LaFleur and quarterback Gardner Minshew II addressed reporters Wednesday ahead of Sunday's road matchup in Seattle. LaFleur reaffirmed Minshew as the starter after reconfiguring the quarterback room earlier in the week. Carson Beck stepped into the primary backup role.

Why it matters: The shift hands Minshew control of the offense as Arizona attempts to stabilize its passing attack against an NFC West division rival. The reshuffled depth chart marks a definitive transition under center following the decision to reassign Jacoby Brissett ahead of a reported trade to Baltimore.

What to watch: Arizona travels to face Seattle in Week 9, where Minshew will make his first start since taking over first-team duties.

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