Who Has the Better Case for Arizona Cardinals QB1: Jacoby Brissett or Carson Beck?

In this episode, Alex Clancy dives deep into the Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback situation, making cases for Jacoby Brissett and Carson Beck as QB1 while also entertaining the fun possibility of Aaron Rodgers joining the roster. The conversation analyzes why Jacoby Brissett’s experience and efficiency make him the likely and safest bet to start the season, even factoring in his 1-11 record last year. Alex details what Carson Beck would need to show in training camp and preseason—beyond intangibles—to leapfrog veterans for the starting job, stressing the importance of proven on-field performance over hype. The episode also takes a playful detour, exploring how Aaron Rodgers could instantly transform the Cardinals’ offense with the current group of skill players including Marvin Harrison Jr., Trey McBride, Michael Wilson, and emerging backs like Jeremiyah Love. Alex considers the implications for new offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur and why a measured approach to quarterback development is critical given the team's current roster, new arrivals, and the goal of sustained competitiveness. Comprehensive, candid, and at times speculative, this episode gives Cardinals fans the full rundown of the QB1 debate and its impact on the team’s 2026 outlook and beyond. 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! 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. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnfl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. 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.