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NFC Notes: DeForest Buckner, Carson Beck, Gardner Minshew, 49ers, Cardinals

49ers 49ers DL DeForest Buckner said he didn’t want to be anywhere else other than back in San Francisco and has his eyes set on winning a Super Bowl. “Me coming back, it’s great,” Buckner said, via ESPN. “It’s a…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:30 AM
NFC Notes: DeForest Buckner, Carson Beck, Gardner Minshew, 49ers, Cardinals
Key Things to Know
  • The Arizona Cardinals are naming Gardner Minshew their Week 9 starting quarterback and promoting rookie Carson Beck to backup.
  • San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman DeForest Buckner stated his return to the franchise is focused on winning a Super Bowl.
  • Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur voiced full confidence in Beck's preparation and system grasp if needed in relief.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman DeForest Buckner expressed his excitement about returning to the team, stating his goal is to win a Super Bowl and restore the franchise to the top. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals are naming Gardner Minshew as their starting quarterback for Week 9 after moving on from Jacoby Brissett, while elevating rookie Carson Beck to the primary backup role.

Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur noted that he has complete confidence in Beck's development and grasp of the offensive system if called upon. Both Minshew and Beck highlighted their mental preparation and commitment to supporting the team despite the changes across Arizona's quarterback depth chart.

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