Overview

• Derek Carr's lingering shoulder injury, dating back to 2023, may require surgery and threatens his availability for the 2025 NFL season.
• The Saints restructured Carr's contract in March 2025, guaranteeing $30 million tied to injury and increasing his 2026 cap hit to $69.2 million.
• Reports suggest Carr's camp leaked his injury status, highlighting tensions as the Saints evaluate quarterback options in the draft.
• New head coach Kellen Moore has prioritized scouting quarterbacks, with the Saints holding the No. 9 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Potential draft targets include Colorado's Shedeur Sanders, though competition from other teams may force the Saints to trade up.