Derek Carr
QB - FA - OUT
2025 Outlook
Availability
Saints QB Derek Carr is retiring from the NFL, according to multiple reports.
Fantasy Impact
Carr has been dealing with a shoulder injury that was likely to sideline him for the entire 2025 season. According to reports, he would need another procedure to have a chance to get his shoulder back to 100% but, at age 34, is opting to call it a career instead. The Saints' QB room now consists of second-year QB Spencer Rattler, rookie Tyler Shough, and Jake Haener. Those three figure to battle it out for the starting job in training camp, though it's possible New Orleans adds another name to the mix as well.
Derek Carr has reportedly been to New Orleans twice in recent weeks to meet with the team doctor at the facility.
Fantasy Impact
Slater noted that believes Carr injured his throwing shoulder in the same game he injured his left wrist in Week 14 against the Giants last season. He noticed the injury when he began throwing in the spring as he ramped up for off season work. This will remain a situation to monitor as the offseason progresses.
Derek Carr said he underwent an MRI on his shoulder injury and added that everyone is trying to figure out the next steps.
Fantasy Impact
Carr spoke at a church service in Las Vegas on Sunday. He added that he and the team have been “in constant communication” regarding his injury. This will remain a situation to monitor with the Saints having just drafted QB Tyler Shough last week.
Saints GM Mickey Loomis clarified that Derek is the starter if healthy.
Fantasy Impact
Loomis did not have an update on the status of Carr. The Saints drafted Tyler Shough who figures to compete in OTAs and training camp with the uncertainty of Carr heading into next season.
Saints GM Mickey Loomis said he is hoping for clarity on Derek Carr’s shoulder injury soon.
Fantasy Impact
The report came out a couple of weeks ago on the shoulder injury Carr was dealing with and the possibility of him missing all of next season. This news comes heading into the NFL Draft that starts on Thursday where the Saints may pull the trigger on drafting a quarterback early.
