Could Jacoby Brissett Be a Trade Target for the Jets or Falcons This Offseason?
As the NFL offseason heats up, quarterback movement is once again front and center-and one name quietly surfacing in trade conversations is Jacoby Brissett. The Arizona Cardinals veteran could find himself on the move, depending on how things shake out with Kyler Murray in the desert.
According to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, there’s still a real possibility that Arizona hangs on to Murray, despite the swirling trade rumors. New Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur is reportedly familiar with Murray’s game and may lean toward continuity at the position while he builds out his staff. If Murray stays put, that opens the door for Brissett to become a legitimate trade chip.
And if Brissett hits the market, two teams to keep an eye on are the New York Jets and the Atlanta Falcons-both of whom have ties to the veteran QB and pressing questions under center.
Let’s start with the Jets. Offensive coordinator Frank Reich has a history with Brissett, and that connection could be key.
New York is heading into the offseason without a clear-cut starter. Justin Fields struggled to establish himself last season and is expected to be released, while Tyrod Taylor is set to hit free agency.
That leaves the Jets with a void at the most important position on the field.
Brissett isn’t going to light up the stat sheet or dominate headlines, but he’s a steady, experienced presence who can help stabilize an offense. For a Jets team that still believes it has a playoff-caliber roster, Brissett could be the kind of bridge quarterback who keeps the ship afloat while the front office continues its search for a long-term solution.
Then there’s Atlanta. The Falcons have their own uncertainty at quarterback, with rookie Michael Penix Jr. expected to compete for the starting job. But relying solely on a young signal-caller is always a gamble, and the Falcons may be in the market for a veteran presence to both mentor and challenge Penix.
Enter Brissett, who not only fits that mold but also has ties to Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski. With Kirk Cousins potentially on the way out, Brissett could step in as a low-cost, high-floor option who brings leadership, experience, and a calming presence to the QB room.
The financials also make sense. Brissett is due a reasonable $4.88 million in base salary-manageable for teams looking to shore up the position without making a massive cap commitment.
Bottom line: If the Cardinals commit to Kyler Murray, don’t be surprised if Brissett becomes one of the more talked-about names on the trade market. He’s not the flashiest option, but for teams like the Jets and Falcons, he could be exactly what they need-reliable, respected, and ready to step in when called upon.