Revenge of the Birds on Gardner Minshew

ArticleWhispers: Is the Cardinals’ backup QB Gardner Minshew on the trade block?
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This scenario occurred last year. Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs was hurt, and Minshew played in four games. Plus, after the Giants loss, if Brissett continues to play that poorly, isn't it possible that Minshew could be moved into the starting position? Isn't that more valuable than a fifth-round draft pick.
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Minshew's proven backup experience more valuable than fifth-round pick if Brissett struggles.

Minshew signed as experienced backup QB insurance; precedent exists for his value—he played in 4 games for Kansas City Chiefs in 2025 when Patrick Mahomes was injured. Source argues trading him for a fifth-round pick is poor strategy because he provides proven game experience and could potentially move into starting role if Brissett continues poor play, whereas rookie Carson Beck has only one exhibition game experience and is not battle-tested.

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