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Derek Carr's Shoulder Injury Creates Uncertainty for Saints' 2025 Season

The New Orleans quarterback is considering surgery as the team evaluates roster and draft options to address his potential absence.

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Derek Carr has sustained a shoulder injury

Overview

  • Derek Carr's shoulder injury, reported on April 11, 2025, threatens his availability for the upcoming NFL season, with surgery being a possible course of action.
  • The Saints are reassessing their quarterback strategy, exploring internal options like Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener to potentially fill the starting role.
  • Carr's injury history, including missed games in 2024 due to hand and oblique issues, raises concerns about his long-term durability.
  • The team may adjust its 2025 NFL Draft plans to prioritize quarterback prospects, with speculation around players like Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward.
  • Limited veteran quarterback options, such as Joe Flacco signing with the Browns and Aaron Rodgers nearing a deal with Pittsburgh, complicate the Saints' search for external solutions.