Mike LaFleur on Carson Beck: The same thing I keep seeing in practice - NBC Sports
Rookie quarterback Carson Beck impressed in his preseason debut for the Cardinals, leading multiple scoring drives. Head coach Mike LaFleur praised the performance, noting it matched the consistency Beck has shown in practice.
Why it matters
Preseason performances are critical for rookies looking to secure a spot in the team's long-term quarterback rotation.
Carson Beck gave the Cardinals what they wanted to see in the Hall of Fame Game.
The rookie quarterback got the start in 2026’s first preseason game and led three scoring drives in the first half. The first of them was a 13-play, 96-yard trip down the field for a Corey Kiner rushing touchdown and it was followed by a four-play, 60-yard drive that ended with a five-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Simi Fehoko.
Beck’s night also included a pair of long hookups with wide receiver Jalen Brooks and he ended his night 15-of-19 for 188 yards. After the game, Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said the performance was right in line with how the third-round pick has played since joining the team.
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