QB - Arizona Cardinals
- 6' 1"
- 225 lbs
- Age 30
- Washington State
57°- Wk Rank (ECR)
- QB #29
- Proj.
- 12.4 pts
- Matchup (?)
The Cardinals named Gardner Minshew as their starting quarterback.
Fantasy Impact
Minshew came into Sunday's game and led Arizona to a comeback win over the Cowboys. He draws a tough first start in Seattle in Week 9.
Gardner Minshew II completed 17-of-23 pass attempts for 188 yards and three touchdowns in the Cardinals' 33-30 Week 8 win over the Cowboys.
Fantasy Impact
Minshew II took advantage of an opportunity behind center after No. 1 signal caller Jacoby Brissett was benched, leading the Cardinals to a comeback victory Sunday. The quarterback could be in line for an opportunity to start against a tough Seattle Seahawks defense in Week 9.
The reported intention is Gardner Minshew II will serve as the backup quarterback for the Cardinals in 2026.
Fantasy Impact
Minshew signed a one-year deal with Arizona on Monday. Jacoby Brissett is expected to remain the starter for the Cardinals, but it's still possible a QB competition emerges.
The Cardinals signed QB Gardner Minshew II to a one-year, $8.25 million deal.
Fantasy Impact
The Cardinals lost out on Malik Willis who they were targeting in free agency. They pivot to Minshew, who joins Jacoby Brissett in the team's quarterback room. It is still possible they also address the position in the NFL Draft next month. It is likely a QB battle between Minshew and Brissett for now.
Gardner Minshew II reportedly did not tear his ACL at the end of this past season.
Fantasy Impact
It turned out Minshew suffered a bone bruise that did not require any surgery. He did not suffer any long-term damage to the knee as he enters free agency this offseason.
