Overview
- ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss reported Thursday that Arizona informed Jacoby Brissett he is the starter for 2026, even though he has skipped voluntary workouts while seeking better pay.
- Head coach Mike LaFleur says discussions on Brissett’s deal are ongoing, with Gardner Minshew slated as the backup and third-round pick Carson Beck opening as the developmental No. 3.
- Brissett is entering the final year of his contract with about $1.5 million guaranteed, and he started 12 games last season for 3,366 yards and 23 touchdowns in a 1–11 stretch.
- Rookie Carson Beck, 18 months removed from UCL surgery, told reporters his throwing arm feels the strongest it has ever been and that he will focus on learning the playbook and earning trust.
- Arizona used the No. 3 pick on running back Jeremiyah Love and announced jersey numbers Thursday, with Love taking No. 4 and Beck No. 19, as the team prepares for mandatory minicamp starting June 8.