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NegativeMatchupNov 6, 2026
Gardner Minshew threw 3 TDs in the week prior to Week 9 and is set to face Seattle in an elite backup matchup against Drew Lock. The SEA vs ARI game is positioned as an unpredictable battle between two backup quarterbacks.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
The source notes that while Minshew had a strong performance against Dallas (188 yards and three touchdowns in less than two quarters), this is a pattern he repeats before teams move on. Minshew has played for six teams in eight years, and the Cardinals' focus should shift to evaluating rookie Carson Beck as their future quarterback, not Minshew.NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
Minshew is available in most leagues and was the fifth-most-added QB in early waiver wire action, but he won't be startable this weekend and could be on a short leash given the Falcons' hardest QB schedule over the next four weeks (SEA -7.3, LAR -2.4, KC -1.4, WAS +5.3). Minshew is a low-end QB2.NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
Minshew was great against Dallas in Week 8, scoring 19.5 points in one half, but the Cardinals have the sixth-hardest QB schedule over the next four weeks (-1.4 PPG): SEA (-7.3), LAR (-2.4), KC (-1.4), WAS (+5.3). The team could easily see Carson Beck before reaching the Commanders matchup. Minshew is available in most leagues and was the fifth-most-added QB in early waiver wire action, but he won't be startable this weekend and could be on a short leash. Minshew is a low-end QB2.PositiveRoleNov 1, 2026
Gardner Minshew took over for Jacoby Brissett and looked decent in relief, completing 17 of 23 passes for 188 yards and 3 touchdowns. He is expected to be the interim starter moving forward.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Minshew appeared in preseason game two with Jeremiyah Love, who dominated snaps on his third and final drive with Minshew in the game, showcasing strong usage and tape.