Brissett started 12 games for the Cardinals in 2025, filling in for the injured Kyler Murray. He completed 64.9 percent of his passes for 3,366 yards with 23 touchdowns and eight interceptions. The 33-year-old quarterback anchored an injury-hindered offense and executed despite struggling with blocking and no rush.
Brissett is set to make $4.88 million in base salary in 2026, with a cap hit of $9.19 million. He has just $1.5 million in insurance this season and wants more security. Brissett’s $6.25 million average salary on the two-year contract signed last season is well below the level that starters are paid. The veteran wants a raise that is more in line with his current value to the company.
News of Brissett’s contract request coming less than a week before the start of the 2026 NFL Draft adds an interesting wrinkle. The Cards have been linked to Alabama signal-caller Ty Simpson throughout the draft, a connection that could increase given Brissett’s situation.
Phase 1 of the off-season training program is optional. Brissett cannot be fined for missing a meeting.