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Cardinals Forced to Fast Track Carson Beck’s Return Timeline After Lions Loss

The loss to the Lions on Sunday showed exactly why the Cardinals brought in QB Jacoby Brissett as a short-term solution.He finished with 292 yards and three touchdowns, but that doesn’t tell the disaster that was quietly unfolding on the…

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 1:10 PM
Cardinals Forced to Fast Track Carson Beck’s Return Timeline After Lions Loss
Key Things to Know
  • Arizona faces mounting pressure to fast-track rookie quarterback Carson Beck following a fourth straight loss.
  • Jacoby Brissett threw three touchdowns against Detroit but struggled with five sacks and late-game hesitancy.
  • A minor rib injury in the preseason opener previously delayed Beck's regular-season debut.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Arizona Cardinals face growing pressure to accelerate rookie quarterback Carson Beck's timeline following their fourth consecutive defeat against the Detroit Lions. Starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett struggled with five sacks and empty possessions late in the contest, intensifying calls for a change at quarterback.

Beck suffered a rib injury during the preseason opener, delaying his integration into Mike LaFleur's offense. While reports suggest Beck will return later this season, former general manager Steve Keim and analysts argue the Cardinals must start him immediately.

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