Ravens Finalize Trade for Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett

Baltimore Ravens are finalizing a trade to acquire quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter. The agreement, reported Wednesday, November 4, 2026, is expected to be completed over the weekend as Baltimore addresses injuries that have depleted its quarterback position. The financial and draft compensation involved in the transaction have not been disclosed.

Brissett's expected arrival follows injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, leaving the Ravens with an urgent need for an experienced quarterback. Brissett was removed from the Cardinals' lineup during Sunday's comeback victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Arizona subsequently demoted him to third-string quarterback on Monday after naming Gardner Minshew its starter and rookie Carson Beck its backup.

The move also gives Arizona an opportunity to reduce its salary commitments after restructuring Brissett's contract during the offseason. The Cardinals can now focus on developing Beck while maintaining Minshew as their starting quarterback.

Brissett will reunite with Ravens quarterbacks coach Israel Woolfolk, who previously worked with him in Arizona last season and in Cleveland in 2022. Their existing professional relationship provides familiarity as the veteran prepares to join another offensive system. The trade will not be completed in time for Baltimore's Thursday matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano is scheduled to start that game, while Brissett is expected to take over as the starter against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 10 on Monday Night Football.

Joining Baltimore would mark Brissett's seventh NFL franchise in seven years. The veteran has developed a reputation for adapting to different offensive systems and managing quarterback responsibilities across multiple teams. His recent performance in Arizona, however, included inaccurate throws that affected the Cardinals' offense. He also appeared to struggle with his fit in head coach Mike LaFleur's offensive scheme, according to NFL Network's assessment.

Baltimore enters Thursday's game after losing three consecutive contests. The Ravens currently hold a 4-4 record, sit last in their division, and rank 10th in the AFC, according to the NFL standings cited in the report.