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As part of the agreement, the Cardinals have committed to covering slightly more than half of the veteran signal-caller's remaining 2026 salary. The deal was finalized shortly after the Ravens suffered a 33-10 defeat at the hands of the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night.
Addressing a Quarterback Crisis in Baltimore
The decision to bring in Brissett comes as a direct response to a mounting injury crisis within the Ravens' quarterback room. The team is currently navigating the loss of starter Lamar Jackson, who is facing a potentially season-ending thumb injury that necessitates surgery. Compounding the issue, backup quarterback Tyler Huntley has also been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a turf toe injury.
The urgency of the situation was evident during Thursday's matchup against Jacksonville. With both Jackson and Huntley unavailable, the Ravens were forced to turn to undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano. Fagnano struggled to find rhythm in his start, completing 10 of 18 pass attempts for 60 yards and throwing two interceptions in the lopsided loss.
By securing Brissett, the Ravens add an experienced hand to their lineup as they look to navigate the final stretch of the season. The trade provides the organization with immediate stability at the position following a difficult week that saw their primary depth chart decimated by injury.
