Does it Really Matter Who Is QB1 For the Arizona Cardinals in 2026?

Join Alex Clancy and Donnie Druin as they dive deep into the biggest offseason questions facing the Arizona Cardinals. With training camp just weeks away and the starting quarterback for 2026 still undecided between Jacoby Brissett, Gardner Minshew, and Carson Beck, the hosts unpack whether the QB decision truly matters in Mike LaFleur’s player-friendly offense. They explore how the offensive system could mask quarterback limitations and discuss the implications for the team’s future quarterback plans, including the looming 2027 draft class. The conversation shifts to the defense, spotlighting Walter Nolen as a potential anchor and MVP candidate, provided he stays healthy. Alex Clancy and Donnie Druin analyze the evolving philosophy of defensive coordinator Nick Rallis, particularly his focus on speed and adaptability, and consider how recent draft picks like Kaleb Proctor fit into the scheme. In a brain-teasing segment, the hosts debate which rising star—Garrett Williams or Michael Wilson—deserves a contract extension more, weighing positional value, injury history, and recent performance. Throughout the episode, Alex Clancy and Donnie Druin offer inside analysis, bold predictions, and measured optimism for a Cardinals team balancing high expectations with roster uncertainty. Whether discussing the impact of the supporting cast, the nuances of the defense, or navigating tricky contract waters, this episode has everything Cardinals fans need to gear up for a pivotal season. Let's discuss. Photo Credit: Gary A. Vasquez - Imagn Images 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! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. 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. 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/2RUBlC5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.