Arizona Cardinals Jacoby Brissett's Absence from OTAs is a BIG DEAL

In this episode, Alex Clancy dives deep into the significance of Jacoby Brissett's absence from the Arizona Cardinals’ voluntary OTAs and explores whether it actually matters for the team in 2026. He breaks down Brissett’s contract situation, recounting the context of Brissett’s 1-11 record as a starter last season, and debates whether Brissett deserves a pay raise if he’s going to be QB1. Alex Clancy provides detailed comparisons between Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew, outlining why Brissett remains the best option for the Cardinals’ present needs despite public skepticism about his win-loss record. The episode unpacks the potential implications Brissett’s absence—or potential departure—could have on rookie quarterback Carson Beck, outlining several scenarios while emphasizing that Brissett’s contract situation is unlikely to accelerate Beck’s timeline to the starting job. Alex Clancy argues that the Cardinals’ quarterback room is unique this year, with no immediate pressure to start Beck despite fans thirsting for change. The conversation also shifts to the topic of rookie running back Jeremiyah Love returning kicks at OTAs. Alex Clancy expresses strong opposition to risking the team's most valuable rookie in the return game, making the case for the Cardinals to protect their top draft investment and utilize other options for special teams duties. Throughout, Alex Clancy emphasizes the importance of prioritizing stability as the team builds for the future, analyzing the Cardinals’ offseason approach and urging for level-headed decisions that prevent past missteps. The show is a pragmatic, passionate look at the realities of the Cardinals’ roster-building choices, the nuances of player development timelines, and the importance of controlling what can be controlled heading into a pivotal season. Let's discuss.   Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Square If you’re starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at https://square.com/go/LockedOnNFL. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)     Find and follow Locked On Cardinals on your favorite podcast platforms:     Apple https://apple.co/3gzT6Pg Spotify https://spoti.fi/3wsOL7a Audacy https://bit.ly/3xdaqjU Stitcher https://bit.ly/3cFWffn Google https://buff.ly/2yH7WOl Megaphone https://bit.ly/2RUBlC5x Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.