In a revealing statement, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Josh Dobbs recently opened up about a disappointing encounter with Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon, accusing Gannon of lying to him during their time together. Dobbs, who was acquired by the Cardinals in the 2023 offseason and later traded to the Vikings, shed light on the situation that left him feeling betrayed and frustrated.
Dobbs had initially signed with the Cardinals with the belief that he would have a significant role under Gannon’s leadership. The promise of being a starting quarterback for a rebuilding Cardinals team appeared to align with his career goals. However, things quickly changed, and Dobbs found himself unexpectedly traded to the Vikings just eight games into the season. According to Dobbs, Gannon assured him that he was the team’s guy moving forward, only for those words to prove hollow when the team abruptly moved on from him.
Speaking candidly about the situation, Dobbs expressed his disappointment in how Gannon handled the communication. “It’s one thing to be traded in the NFL — it’s part of the business. But being lied to your face, that’s tough to swallow,” Dobbs said. The abrupt nature of the trade, combined with Gannon’s reassurances just days prior, left the quarterback questioning the transparency and honesty within the organization.
Despite the setback, Dobbs has since found a new opportunity with the Vikings, where he has been able to showcase his talents. The move to Minnesota seems to have rejuvenated Dobbs, as he’s shown flashes of his potential while filling in for injured starter Kirk Cousins.
As for Gannon, the allegations add another layer of scrutiny to his tenure as head coach. In his first year leading the Cardinals, Gannon has faced challenges in managing a team in transition, and Dobbs’ accusations could raise concerns about his communication and leadership style moving forward.
While NFL trades are part of the business, Dobbs’ experience serves as a reminder of the importance of trust and transparency between coaches and players. As he continues his journey with the Vikings, Dobbs will no doubt use this experience as motivation to prove himself on the field.