Saints Get Bad News For 2026 NFL Draft
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.
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