Cardinals' QB Shakeup: Brissett, Draft, or Trade?

0:00On March 3rd, here's the latest surrounding the NFL. The Arizona Cardinals are shaking things up big time for the 2026 season. They just hired former Rams' offensive coordinator, Michael LaFlure, as their new head coach, replacing Jonathan Ganon. And now they've announced plans to release quarterback Kyler Murray when the new league year starts. That leaves them without a clear starter under sensor. With Murray gone, the team faces some cap constraints, sitting around $30 million in space before his exit hits the books. They're in rebuild mode, but they have exciting young talent, like wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., and Titan Tray McBride, who need a solid quarterback to shine. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the possibilities. The Cardinals could go simple with the veteran bridge guy for leadership, or take a swing in the draft or trademark in. It's all about balancing short-term stability with long-term upside during this reset. One easy move might be sticking with backup, to Kobe Brasette, who's already on the roster

1:03and showed promise last year with over 3,000 passing. Yards and plenty of touchdowns, free agents like Malik Willis, or even Kurt Cousins, could provide experience without breaking the bank. Meanwhile, Tray talks have linked them to backups, like Tyson Bayesian from the Bears. Looking ahead, the draft offers high-value day two options, such as Tyson Simpson, seen as the top realistic fit for LaFlure system, or prospects like. Drew Aller and Garrett Newsmeyer, pairing one with a vet could set them up nicely, especially as they eye the stronger 2027 quarterback class. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound.