Cardinals' Starting QB Battle: Gardner Minshew and Jacoby Brissett Emerge as Key Contenders
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The Arizona Cardinals are facing an uncertain future at quarterback after releasing longtime starter Kyler Murray, who has since signed a one-year deal with the Minnesota Vikings.
With Murray's departure, the Cardinals must quickly figure out who will lead their offense in 2026, and two veteran quarterbacks, Gardner Minshew and Jacoby Brissett, have emerged as key options.
Neither Minshew nor Brissett has been officially named the starter, leaving the competition open heading into the offseason.
Both players have experience stepping into starting roles across the league, which could make the transition smoother for Arizona as it navigates the post-Murray era.
Unless the Cardinals add another quarterback through the draft or free agency, the two veterans appear to be the most immediate contenders to take over under center in 2026.
