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Gardner Minshew can unlock another second-half breakout for Michael Wilson

Michael Wilson could have another second-half breakout with a better connection with Cardinals starting quarterback Gardner Minshew II.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 8:08 PM
Gardner Minshew can unlock another second-half breakout for Michael Wilson
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Reese Kunz argues that quarterback Gardner Minshew can unlock another second-half breakout for receiver Michael Wilson.
  • Arizona traded quarterback Jacoby Brissett to the Baltimore Ravens after naming Minshew the starter.
  • Wilson caught eight of 15 targets for 111 yards and a touchdown while suffering broken ribs against Dallas.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Reese Kunz of Raising Zona argues that the Arizona Cardinals' switch to quarterback Gardner Minshew II could trigger a second-half breakout for wide receiver Michael Wilson. With injuries depleting Arizona's receiver room and Jacoby Brissett traded to the Baltimore Ravens, Wilson demonstrated strong chemistry with Minshew during a Week 8 comeback win against the Dallas Cowboys, recording 111 yards and a touchdown.

Kunz highlights that Wilson's increased targets resemble his late-season surge last year, making him essential as a primary target alongside tight end Trey McBride. Despite dealing with two broken ribs ahead of a Week 9 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, Wilson faces heavy offensive responsibility following injuries to Kendrick Bourne and Jalen Brooks, as well as the trade of Marvin Harrison Jr.

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