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Jacoby Brissett Reports to Cardinals Minicamp Amid Contract Standoff

Starting QB avoids fines while seeking restructured deal.

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What happened: Quarterback Jacoby Brissett reported to the Arizona Cardinals' facility on Monday for the start of mandatory minicamp, ending a holdout from voluntary offseason programs. While in attendance to avoid over $100,000 in potential fines, Brissett's full participation remains uncertain as he continues to seek a new contract or extension.

Why it matters: The impasse stems from a salary discrepancy where backup Gardner Minshew's $5.14M guarantee exceeds Brissett's $1.5M, despite Brissett being the presumed starter. His presence is vital for mastering first-year coordinator Mike LaFleur's system following a 2025 campaign where he threw for 3,366 yards and 23 touchdowns.

By the numbers: Brissett is scheduled for a $4.88M base salary in 2026, the final year of his current deal. He enters the season as the veteran lead for a room featuring Minshew and rookie Carson Beck, coming off a season with a 23:8 touchdown-to-interception ratio over 12 starts.

What to watch: The Cardinals' three-day mandatory minicamp concludes Wednesday, after which focus shifts to whether a deal can be reached before training camp begins in late July.

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