Could Jimmy Garoppolo be on the verge of a stunning NFL comeback? It’s not just a rumor—it’s a potential game-changer. While he’s been out of the starting spotlight since the Raiders benched him for Aidan O’Connell in 2023, Garoppolo’s name is now buzzing in connection with the Arizona Cardinals. But here’s where it gets intriguing: with Kyler Murray’s future in Arizona looking uncertain (as reported by NBC Sports), the Cardinals are reportedly eyeing Garoppolo as a possible replacement. And this is the part most people miss—new Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur has a history with Garoppolo, having worked with him during his time with the Rams, where Garoppolo backed up Matthew Stafford. “That’s his guy,” a source close to LaFleur told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, hinting at a potential reunion.
But wait—there’s more. The Cardinals already have Jacoby Brissett under contract for 2026, with a salary structure that includes incentives tied to his playing time. Brissett is set to earn $5.44 million, with an additional $1 million if he takes 50% of the snaps and another $1 million if he hits 65% or higher. Controversial question: Could Garoppolo and Brissett coexist, or would this create a quarterback controversy?
Meanwhile, the Rams are reportedly open to welcoming Garoppolo back as Stafford’s backup, and the Packers are also in the mix, considering him as a replacement for Malik Willis behind Jordan Love. Garoppolo’s resume speaks for itself: 64 career starts, including a Super Bowl run with the 49ers in 2019. And let’s not forget—for a brief moment in 2018, he was the highest-paid player in the league, earning $27.5 million per year. Last season with the Rams? He made just $3 million.
If the Cardinals sign Garoppolo while keeping Brissett, it would mark a fascinating reunion—a decade after the two quarterbacks split starts during Tom Brady’s #Deflategate suspension. But here’s the real question: Is Garoppolo the missing piece for the Cardinals, or is this a risky move? Let us know what you think in the comments—do you see Garoppolo thriving in Arizona, or is this a recipe for chaos?
