Ravens sign veteran QB Brissett after losing Jackson, Huntley
The 33-year-old quarterback arrives in Baltimore to provide depth following injuries to the team's top two signal-callers.
By Oliver Bennett ·
Veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett is moving from the Arizona Cardinals to the Baltimore Ravens, according to a person with knowledge of the deal who spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday. The source said the agreement had not yet been finalized and requested anonymity for that reason.
Brissett started eight games for Arizona this season. He lost his starting job after Gardner Minshew took over and led the Cardinals to a 33-30 comeback victory in Dallas. The 33-year-old has played for six teams over 11 seasons, including two stints with the New England Patriots. He was drafted in the third round in 2016 to serve as a backup to Tom Brady.
The Ravens, currently 4-4, needed a new quarterback after losing Lamar Jackson to a thumb injury and backup Tyler Huntley to a toe injury. Jackson requires surgery on his right thumb and will be out for an indefinite period. Huntley is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Un-drafted rookie Joe Fagnano will start against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night. The Jaguars are 5-2. Brissett is expected to be the starter for the game against the Los Angeles Chargers on November 15.
Brissett has completed 63.3 percent of his passes this season for 1,719 yards. He has thrown 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions. As a starter, he holds a career record of 23-50.
