Carson Beck Ready To Take Over As QB2 For Cardinals

Rookie said at this point, not a lot changes to prepare…

By Darren Urban · Arizona Cardinals

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 8:01 PM

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Carson Beck has been elevated to the backup quarterback role for the Arizona Cardinals.
Coach Mike LaFleur confirmed Beck's promotion as the team finalizes a trade for Jacoby Brissett.
Beck will now serve as the primary backup behind starting quarterback Gardner Minshew.

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Rookie quarterback Carson Beck is set to serve as the Arizona Cardinals' primary backup behind starter Gardner Minshew. Head coach Mike LaFleur confirmed the promotion, noting it was the right decision as the franchise finalizes a trade involving former starter Jacoby Brissett.

Beck served as Arizona's emergency third quarterback through the first eight regular-season games. After suffering a rib injury during the Hall of Fame preseason opener, where he completed 15 of 19 passes, Beck expressed full readiness to step in if needed.

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