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Ravens near trade with Cardinals for Jacoby Brissett amid QB injury crisis
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The Ravens are reportedly close to trading for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett, according to a person familiar with the deal, which has not yet been completed. The move would address Baltimore’s shortage of quarterbacks after injuries sidelined both Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley.
Jackson needs surgery on his right thumb and is out indefinitely, while Huntley is expected to miss the rest of the season with turf toe. Undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano will start against Jacksonville on Thursday; Brissett could start against the Chargers on 15 November if the trade goes ahead. Brissett, 33, started eight games for Arizona this season and has completed 63.3% of his passes for 1,719 yards, 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions.
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In short
- Baltimore is reportedly close to acquiring Jacoby Brissett from Arizona.
- Lamar Jackson is out indefinitely and Tyler Huntley is expected to miss the season.
- Rookie Joe Fagnano is set to start against Jacksonville.
How this story developed
- 59 minutes ago The Baltimore Ravens are close to trading for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, as injuries leave the team short of options.
- 1 hour ago The Ravens are reportedly close to trading for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett, according to a person familiar with the deal, which has not yet been completed.
Full account
Baltimore are moving to reinforce their quarterback options after injuries left the Ravens short ahead of Thursday night’s game against Jacksonville. The club are set to acquire Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, according to the reports. The Associated Press said the trade had not yet been completed on Wednesday, while ESPN, as cited by OutKick, reported it would be finalised after Thursday’s game.
Lamar Jackson is sidelined by an injury to his right thumb and needs surgery, though the AP described his absence as indefinite. Tyler Huntley is also out: the reports identify his problem as turf toe, with the AP saying he is expected to miss the rest of the season. Undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano is due to start against the Jaguars. OutKick added that Fagnano had been limited in an estimated practice report because of an ankle injury before returning to full participation the following day.
Brissett, 33, began the season as Arizona’s starter, making eight starts before Gardner Minshew took over during a comeback win against Dallas. The AP reported Brissett was subsequently demoted to third string; OutKick said the change came with the Cardinals trailing 17–3 in the third quarter. Arizona won 33–30 in overtime. Brissett’s season line is 1,719 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions, with 63.3 per cent of his passes completed.
A move to Baltimore would give the Ravens an experienced option after their 4–4 start. The AP said Brissett would probably start against the Chargers on 15 November if the deal goes through; OutKick described his expected debut as the Week 10 Monday night game. Brissett has played for six NFL teams across 11 seasons and has a 23–50 record as a starter. Baltimore’s immediate challenge is Jacksonville, who are 5–2.
Where outlets differ
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The AP’s account, based on a person familiar with the deal, said the trade was not yet complete and might be finalised later; OutKick, citing ESPN, specified that it would not be finalised until after Thursday’s game.
The AP said Jackson was out indefinitely and Huntley would reportedly miss the rest of the season. OutKick said Jackson’s injury might require season-ending surgery; it did not give the same season-long outlook for Huntley.
OutKick included Fagnano’s ankle issue and recent passing figures, while the AP focused on the expected quarterback succession and Brissett’s career record.
The outlets frame Brissett’s likely first start differently: the AP named 15 November against the Chargers, while OutKick called it the Week 10 Monday night game.
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The case for
Trading for Brissett could give Baltimore an experienced, proven starter while Jackson and Huntley are unavailable, helping the team remain competitive and avoiding placing the full burden on an undrafted rookie. His substantial playing time this season may also make him a more ready option than a quarterback unfamiliar with the offence.
The case against
A trade would cost Baltimore assets for a short-term solution, and Brissett’s recent record, including seven interceptions, does not guarantee a meaningful improvement. The team could instead give Fagnano a chance or seek a less costly alternative, preserving resources for Jackson’s return and future roster needs.
Explained simply
American football teams need a quarterback to lead their offence and pass the ball. NFL teams usually have a starter and reserves, but injuries can leave them short of experienced players.
The Baltimore Ravens are led at quarterback by Lamar Jackson, with Tyler Huntley among his backups. Jacoby Brissett is an experienced quarterback who has played for several NFL teams, including the Arizona Cardinals, and has also served as a starter and reserve.
A trade would involve the Ravens and Cardinals agreeing to transfer Brissett’s playing rights, usually in exchange for draft picks or other assets. It matters because a team with too few available quarterbacks may struggle to prepare for and play its games.
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