Summary
The New Orleans Saints face a challenge with quarterback Derek Carr, who retired last year due to a shoulder injury but is now considering unretiring to play for another team in 2026. The Saints, who signed Carr to a significant contract, are struggling to find teams interested in trading for him. Without any trades, the Saints may need to keep Carr, affecting their plans for future player development.
Key Facts
- Derek Carr retired last year because of a right shoulder injury.
- Carr has recently shown interest in playing again by 2026.
- The New Orleans Saints have the rights to Carr after signing him to a four-year, $150 million contract in 2023.
- The Saints' head coach, Kellen Moore, is interested in focusing on another quarterback, Tyler Shough, for the upcoming season.
- Reports indicate that other NFL teams are not interested in trading for Carr.
- An NFL general manager believes Carr's contract is undesirable, and it is unlikely he will return.
- Carr's possible continued retirement presents challenges for the Saints, as they hoped to trade him for a draft pick.
- Carr played as a starter for the Saints with a record of 14 wins and 13 losses over two seasons.
