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Cardinals Name Jacoby Brissett Starter for Monday Night in Dallas

Coaches cite Kyler Murray’s foot recovery, saying he could have a limited role.

Overview

  • Arizona confirmed Jacoby Brissett will start against the Cowboys on Nov. 3 after evaluating Kyler Murray in practice.
  • Head coach Jonathan Gannon said Murray is improving from his Week 5 foot sprain and could be used in a limited capacity if appropriate.
  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Murray is progressing and could have a role Monday night, though Brissett will open the game.
  • The Cardinals deleted a social-media post highlighting Murray’s Allen High School statistics after finalizing the decision to start Brissett.
  • In two starts Brissett has completed 65% of his passes for 599 yards, four touchdowns and one interception, while Arizona is also without running backs James Conner and Trey Benson and cornerback Will Johnson is listed as questionable.