BREAKING: Jacoby Brissett Sends Strong Message To Colts Ahead Of Matchup With Cardinals
As the Indianapolis Colts prepare to face off against the Arizona Cardinals this weekend, all eyes are on one player who has a unique stake in the game: Jacoby Brissett. The former Colts quarterback, now leading the Cardinals, is ready to show his former team exactly what they gave up when they let him go.
Brissett, who spent four seasons with the Colts from 2017 to 2020, was a reliable, if often underappreciated, leader for Indianapolis. Despite not being the long-term solution at quarterback, Brissett was often thrust into challenging situations and performed admirably. However, after the Colts chose to move in a different direction, signing Philip Rivers and eventually selecting Carson Wentz, Brissett’s tenure in Indianapolis came to an end.
Now, as Brissett prepares to return to Indianapolis as a member of the Cardinals, he’s carrying a message that he’s more than ready to prove himself. In an emotional pre-game interview, Brissett didn’t hold back, sending a clear message to his former team:
Brissett’s words are a testament to the drive and competitive fire that has always burned within him. Throughout his career, Brissett has been forced to prove himself time and time again, first in New England as a backup to Tom Brady, then in Indianapolis, and now with Arizona. This week’s game against his former team offers him yet another opportunity to silence his critics and demonstrate his growth as a leader and quarterback.
“People forget what I’m capable of,” Brissett continued. “I’ve been through a lot in my career, and I’ve had to earn every snap I’ve taken. This isn’t just about winning. This is about showing the Colts, showing their fans, and everyone else what I’m capable of.”
Brissett’s message to the Colts may be bold, but it reflects the passion that drives him as a player. While the Colts have since moved on to their own future at quarterback, Brissett’s confidence is unwavering. He knows that this game could be his chance to deliver a statement, not only for the Cardinals but also for his own legacy.
As the Colts look ahead to their future with rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson, they’ll likely be watching Brissett with a sense of curiosity—and perhaps even a hint of regret. For Brissett, the opportunity to return to Indianapolis and prove that he still has what it takes to lead a team to victory is too important to pass up.
Come Sunday, it’s clear that Brissett will be playing with extra motivation. As he prepares for this emotional reunion, he’s sending one final message to the Colts: “Don’t mistake this for a regular game. This is a statement, and I’m here to make sure they know who they let go.”
The stage is set for an unforgettable matchup, with Brissett determined to remind everyone why he was once the Colts’ quarterback—and why he’s still a force to be reckoned with today.
Simmons Is Untouchable: Titans' Future Hinges on Him
The Tennessee Titans (1-4) are coming off of their first win of the 2025 season in Week 5. No matter what direction the next 11 games go, general manager Mike Borgonzi must not trade defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons under any circumstances.
While every player has a draft capital price tag, Tennessee cannot afford to make the same mistake they did in 2022 when they traded away wide receiver A.J. Brown.
Jeffery Simmons in nearly invaluable
Simmons, 28, is playing the best football of his career.
In fact, Simmons is the best interior defensive lineman in the NFL through the first five weeks. The 2019 first-round pick leads his position in sacks (4) and total pressures (24). Simmons ranks second in forced fumbles (1), stops (14) and hurries (15).
He is third among qualified players in quarterback hits (5) so far this year.
"We've been looking for a couple of weeks now to have our best players play their best, and I think we got that from quite a few guys over the course of the game," coach Brian Callahan said this week. "And Jeff Simmons, I think, leads the charge. The way that Jeff's playing right now, as I've said multiple times, is about as good as anybody in football, and he continues to set the standard for what we're looking for from our football team, from an energy and effort perspective, and then is making a ton of plays."
Understanding that the Titans are in the midst of rebuilding their roster around 2025 No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, Simmons is not someone you just trade away for draft capital.
Ward needs support in every phase of the game, not just from what surrounds him on offense. We have seen time and time again that a defense that impact opposing quarterbacks and can create turnovers is as much a cheat code for a team as anything. The more you can limit your opponents' possessions, the more opportunities your offense can have.
Simmons is exactly the kind of football life hack that Tennessee must grow and scheme around.
