Jacoby Brissett continues to make his mark as the backup quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, showcasing impressive statistics in recent games. In his most recent start against the Dallas Cowboys, Brissett shone. He passed for 261 yards completing 21 passes out of 31 attempts including two touchdowns. This performance marks Brissett’s third consecutive game with over 260 passing yards, solidifying his role in the team’s offensive strategy.
Brissett still manages to throw for an astounding 256 passing yards per game. His good play is illustrated in his 7.7 yards per attempt. He’s only thrown six touchdowns this season. Having thrown just one interception on the season, he’s demonstrating unmatched consistency and effectiveness as a passer. Combined, here’s how he’s racked up 860 passing yards and 44 first downs through only three games.
In Brissett’s short time with Arizona, he’s injected a new life into the offense. The team is averaging just 25.7 points and 357 yards per game during his starts. Most significantly, the Cardinals have dominated third downs, including an astounding 56% conversion rate. Brissett’s artistry is certainly a factor in his success. That communication with players and coaches is what makes Russell great.
“Just kind of making sure we’re all in the right positions to kind of be successful.” – Marvin Harrison Jr.
Even with these notable achievements under his belt, Brissett is modest when it comes to giving himself credit for the team’s successes. He talks more about the value of collaboration than he does about promoting his use of teamwork over self-promotion.
“I don’t think it’s me. I really don’t.” – Brissett
We’ve seen glimpses of his talent connecting with big play receivers. Offensive weapons from previous Cardinals’ teams have praised Brissett for his transparent communication. What they love, though, is his profound intelligence and understanding of how they can best work together, in concert, on the pitch.
As Arizona heads into the rest of the season, that backup quarterback role is becoming more and more important and that’s where Brissett comes in. His myriad of big time plays, not to mention playmaking ability in high pressure situations and clutch times, further solidifies his value to the Cardinals’ offensive arsenal. With the playoffs on the horizon, the team will look to maintain their momentum, relying on Brissett’s contributions to navigate tough matchups ahead.
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