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Carson Beck Misses Raiders Game With Rib Injury

8/14/2026

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Carson Beck will miss the Arizona Cardinals' game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug 13 2026 because of a rib injury sustained on a 4-yard run in Hall of Fame Game.
ESPN analyst Josh Weinfuss said there is “zero long-term worry” about the injury, with Jacoby Brissett set to start and Gardner Minshew and Kedon Slovis also available.
Beck is expected to return for the Aug 22 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.

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Historical Context

The 2026 Cardinals' reliance on backups after Carson Beck’s rib injury echoes the Patriots’ 2001 season, when starter Drew Bledsoe was hurt by Mo Lewis and backup Tom Brady led New England to an 11-5 record and a Super Bowl win. That turnaround showed how mid-season quarterback injuries can reshape a team’s fortunes.

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Story summary

Carson Beck will miss the Arizona Cardinals' game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug 13 2026 because of a rib injury sustained on a 4-yard run in Hall of Fame Game.
ESPN analyst Josh Weinfuss said there is “zero long-term worry” about the injury, with Jacoby Brissett set to start and Gardner Minshew and Kedon Slovis also available.
Beck is expected to return for the Aug 22 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.

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