Jacoby Brissett Leads Arizona Cardinals Week 1 Starting QB Competition

Jacoby Brissett remains the frontrunner for the Arizona Cardinals' starting quarterback job for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. While the position is technically a competition, reports indicate it is currently Brissett's job to lose, provided that his contract demands do not create an obstacle for the team. The organization is evaluating its options as it prepares for the upcoming season opener.