Cardinals' Minshew Move: A Pragmatic Quarterback Play

0:00It's April 2nd. NFL News Today starts now, AI powered and always on. Their zone of cardinals made ways by moving on from Kyler Murray after seven years as their franchise quarterback. With a dry free agency market headlined by Malik Willis and little else exciting, they struck out on Willis and Jimmy Garoppolo before landing Gardner. Minshue as a backup option. Earlier this week at the NFL owners meetings, head coach Michael Flores spilled on why Minshue fits. Minshue's out LaFlure coached him at the senior bowl back in 2019 and they jumped on a four-hour facetime call breaking down the playbook. Before Minshue even arrived, fans and insiders see this as a pragmatic move, given Minshue's solid track record. The sixth round pick earned a pro bowl nod in 2023 and packs nearly 50 starts, earning respect across the league despite mostly, backing up lately. Right now, Jacobi Berset holds the starting reigns for 2026, with both he and Minshue's set to hit free agency afterward.

1:02LaFlure admits the quarterback's spot rules all sports, so they're deep in talks to perfect the room. They're liking the current setup, but staying aggressive. If a better arm pops up, they'll pounce to build that ideal death.