JACOBY BRISSETT

Jacoby Brissett, born on December 11, 1992, is an NFL quarterback presently with the Washington Commanders. He gained prominence as a dual-threat quarterback during his time at Dwyer High School in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. During his college tenure, Jacoby started at North Carolina State University after transferring from the University of Florida in 2014.

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In college, Brissett's talents shone, amassing over 5,000 passing yards and 43 touchdowns during his junior and senior years. The New England Patriots drafted him in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft, and he signed a four-year rookie contract on June 16, 2016. He made a significant impact during his regular-season debut in September 2016, contributing to the Patriots' Super Bowl LI win against the Atlanta Falcons.

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In 2017, Brissett joined the Indianapolis Colts, where he spent four seasons and achieved various victories and personal milestones. His achievements were acknowledged when he was nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 2020. Following his time with the Colts, he signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins on March 18, 2021, reuniting with former coach Brian Flores. Later, on March 16, 2023, Brissett signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders, where he currently plays.