Saints Restructure Derek Carr’s Contract, Solidifying QB Role for 2025

New Orleans converts Carr’s salary into a signing bonus to free cap space while affirming his position as the team’s starting quarterback under new head coach Kellen Moore.

The New Orleans Saints restructured Derek Carr's contract, converting $30 million in base salary and a $10 million roster bonus into a signing bonus to free up $30.9 million in cap space for 2025.
This move lowers Carr's 2025 cap figure to $20.4 million but increases his 2026 cap hit to $69.2 million, tying him to the team for at least the upcoming season.
General Manager Mickey Loomis and new head coach Kellen Moore have publicly expressed confidence in Carr as the quarterback they believe can lead the team to success.
The Saints face financial challenges, needing to address additional cap issues to retain key players like tight end Juwan Johnson, who is set to enter free agency.
Carr has had mixed results since joining the Saints in 2023, with injuries and limited offensive weapons impacting his performance despite flashes of strong play.