The Baltimore Ravens are finalizing a trade to acquire quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, according to reports from ESPN and the NFL Network. The move comes as the Ravens confront a significant personnel shortage following injuries to both Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, which have left the team without their primary signal-callers.
Jackson sustained a thumb injury on the first snap of his return during last weekend’s game against the Buffalo Bills. Huntley has already been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a “turf toe” injury.
The Ravens, currently holding a 4-4 record, sit two games behind the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North standings. With a game scheduled for Thursday night against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the team faces an immediate roster challenge. Undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano is slated to start at quarterback for the upcoming contest, as the trade for Brissett is not expected to be completed in time for him to suit up.
Brissett’s shift from Arizona starter to Baltimore target
Following a comeback victory orchestrated by Minshew, the Cardinals relegated Brissett to the third-string position on their depth chart.
Details regarding the compensation involved in the trade between Baltimore and Arizona have not been publicly disclosed. Sources suggest the deal is expected to be finalized by the end of the week, providing the Ravens with veteran depth as they attempt to remain competitive in the AFC North playoff race.
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As the Ravens prepare for their Thursday night matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the team’s offensive strategy will center on the performance of Joe Fagnano. The organization has not yet announced a timeline for when Brissett might be eligible to join the active roster or if he will immediately challenge for the starting role upon his arrival.
