Cardinals Rookie Carson Beck May Wait Until Late Season for QB Chance
Arizona rookie Carson Beck is expected to see playing time in 2026, but sources suggest it may not come until late November. The Cardinals' upcoming schedule is difficult before a softer matchup against Washington on Nov. 29. Jacoby Brissett has played reasonably well, completing 66.3 percent of his passes for 1,110 yards, nine touchdowns and five interceptions while Arizona sits at 1-4.
Dan Graziano of ESPN expects Carson Beck to play at some point in 2026, but sources point to late November as the likely window. Arizona’s next six opponents include the Rams twice, Broncos, Cowboys, Seahawks and Chiefs, a demanding stretch before Washington visits on Nov. 29. Later, Weeks 15–17 bring the Jets, Saints and Raiders, potentially easier matchups.
Beck, a 24-year-old selected in the third round from Miami, sits behind Jacoby Brissett, whose completion rate is 66.3 percent with 1,110 passing yards, nine scoring throws and five picks. Gardner Minshew II remains the backup, though coach Mike LaFleur’s Monday comments suggest Beck could move up soon. Arizona’s 1-4 start may also shape 2027 draft plans.
If Beck eventually starts, Cardinals fans and teammates could gain a clearer sense of the franchise’s direction, while Brissett’s steady play may keep the locker room competitive. A late-season audition could influence Arizona’s 2027 draft strategy and shape how supporters view the rebuild. For Beck, the timing may affect his development and future earnings; for the organization, it could determine whether it invests in him or seeks another quarterback. The broader impact likely remains limited to sports audiences.