Bleacher ReportAug 20, 20261 min read

Carson Beck Injury Status for Cardinals vs. Cowboys Preseason Game Revealed Amid Rib Issue

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Cowboys

Key takeaways

Beck suffered a rib injury during training camp, creating a setback for his preseason involvement and ongoing evaluation of his role.
LaFleur said Beck is 'most likely' not to play in the Saturday preseason game against the Cowboys, but he will throw after Thursday’s practice to assess his status.
Gardner Minshew will start the game, while Jacoby Brissett will not play, narrowing the quarterback mix for the outing.
Beck delivered an impressive captivation in the Hall of Fame Game, throwing for 188 yards and a touchdown on 15-of-19 passing, signaling high upside before the injury.
Brissett’s absence and Beck’s status shift the game plan toward more reps for Kedon Slovis, who completed 7-of-9 passes for 75 yards in earlier action.
Beck had been in the running to start Week 1 earlier in the offseason, but the rib issue clouds his foreseen place on the depth chart until he resumes throwing.
Arizona’s coaches remain cautiously optimistic, aiming to resume full evaluation once Beck returns from the injury and to determine next steps for the quarterback rotation.

Beck entered the preseason with promise but sustained a rib injury in camp, leaving his status uncertain for the upcoming matchup with Dallas. Arizona coach Mike LaFleur indicated Beck is unlikely to play, though he’ll throw after Thursday’s practice to gauge his readiness. With Jacoby Brissett unavailable and Gardner Minshew slated to start, the Cardinals are likely to lean on Kedon Slovis for additional reps. Beck’s standout performance in the Hall of Fame Game raised expectations, though his absence now postpones further evaluation. The team will reassess after the session to determine whether Beck can contribute early in the season.

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Key takeaways

Beck suffered a rib injury during training camp, creating a setback for his preseason involvement and ongoing evaluation of his role.

LaFleur said Beck is 'most likely' not to play in the Saturday preseason game against the Cowboys, but he will throw after Thursday’s practice to assess his status.

Gardner Minshew will start the game, while Jacoby Brissett will not play, narrowing the quarterback mix for the outing.

Beck delivered an impressive captivation in the Hall of Fame Game, throwing for 188 yards and a touchdown on 15-of-19 passing, signaling high upside before the injury.

Brissett’s absence and Beck’s status shift the game plan toward more reps for Kedon Slovis, who completed 7-of-9 passes for 75 yards in earlier action.

Beck had been in the running to start Week 1 earlier in the offseason, but the rib issue clouds his foreseen place on the depth chart until he resumes throwing.

Arizona’s coaches remain cautiously optimistic, aiming to resume full evaluation once Beck returns from the injury and to determine next steps for the quarterback rotation.