Jacoby Brissett Faces Rapid Preparation Ahead of Ravens Debut Following Trade

Quarterback Jacoby Brissett is facing a rapid initiation into the Baltimore Ravens' playbook following his recent trade from the Arizona Cardinals, with the 33-year-old veteran tasked with stabilizing a team on a four-game losing streak. Baltimore (4-5) acquired Brissett to reinforce a depleted quarterback room after starter Lamar Jackson suffered an indefinite right thumb injury and backup Tyler Huntley was ruled out for the year following toe surgery.

The Ravens' offense produced just 43 combined points during their four-game slide, culminating in a 33-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars last Thursday under undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano. Brissett, who posted 3,366 passing yards, 23 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in 2025, signed a reworked one-year, $15.5 million deal in July before losing his starting role in Arizona. His transition to Baltimore is aided by existing relationships with quarterbacks coach Israel Woolfork and pass game coordinator Marcus Brady.

Wide receiver Zay Flowers noted Brissett remained on the field after practice on Wednesday and Thursday to work individually with receivers and review plays with running back Derrick Henry. The trade gives Baltimore a veteran presence as they prepare for a Monday night game against the winless Los Angeles Chargers.

What to watch next: Brissett is expected to make his first start for Baltimore on Monday night against Los Angeles.