Gardner Minshew Named Cardinals Starter Following Jacoby Brissett Trade News

The Arizona Cardinals have officially named Gardner Minshew their starting quarterback for the upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks. This decision follows a dramatic 33-30 overtime victory against the Dallas Cowboys, during which Minshew replaced the struggling Jacoby Brissett and led a successful 14-point comeback.

Following the win, the team announced that Brissett has been demoted to third-string status. Reports indicate that the veteran quarterback is expected to be traded to the Baltimore Ravens in the coming days. The move comes as the Ravens look to bolster their roster despite recent injury challenges, signaling their intent to remain competitive for the remainder of the season.

Minshew, who spent much of the offseason and early training camp serving as the primary fill-in while Brissett negotiated a new contract with the Cardinals, expressed readiness for the promotion. Head coach Mike LaFleur praised Minshew’s composure and experience, noting that the quarterback has navigated various roles throughout his career with consistency and professionalism.

"He's been in these situations, guys," LaFleur said regarding Minshew’s transition to the starting role. "He's played really good football throughout this league and seen a lot of different things. There's no moment that's going to be too big for him. He's just ready to rock with the guys."

The transition appears to be well-received by the roster. Wide receiver Michael Wilson, who caught the game-tying touchdown against Dallas, noted that the shift between the two quarterbacks has been manageable given Minshew’s previous work with the first-team offense during the preseason.

Minshew, who holds a 17-30 career record as a starter, now takes the helm of a resilient Cardinals team that has battled through multiple injuries to key skill players. As the organization pivots toward this new leadership, the focus shifts to how Minshew will perform in his elevated role against Seattle while the team finalizes the logistics of the Brissett trade.