Carson Beck's Absence Highlights the NFL's Preseason Puzzle Pieces Carson Beck, the Arizona Cardinals' third round quarterback pick, will miss Thursday night's preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders due to a rib injury sustained in last week's Hall of Fame Game.
The injury is not considered serious, but it has raised questions about the NFL's handling of its young talent.
The Cardinals' decision to keep Beck on the sidelines as a precaution may seem prudent, but it highlights the complexities of the preseason.