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  • Height 6-3
  • Weight 215
  • Arms 31 1/2
  • Hands 9 1/4
  • Experience 11
  • College Fresno State
  • Hometown

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Derek Carr: I'd only unretire to play for Super Bowl contender

Quarterback Derek Carr confirmed reports that he'd consider unretiring, but noted that it would have to be a situation where he could legitimately chase a Lombardi Trophy. 

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Derek Carr potential landing spots: Four future teams if QB decides to unretire

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Derek Carr could possibly unretire for 2026 season provided right situation, coaching staff

A few months ago, when asked about coming out of retirement, Derek Carr said he would "never say never." It just might happen, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo report.

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Derek Carr on decision to retire: I didn't want to 'just take the Saints' money'

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr retired last month instead of undergoing surgery that would have put him out for 2025. The QB explained the decision to give up $30 million.

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NFL news roundup: Saints' Kool-Aid McKinstry takes Derek Carr's number after QB goes on retired list

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Saints QB Derek Carr retiring from NFL after 11 seasons due to shoulder injury

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is set to retire after dealing with a shoulder injury, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported on Saturday, per sources. Carr later announced his retirement from the NFL.

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Saints QB Derek Carr still weighing potential shoulder surgery; decision expected sooner than later

Saints quarterback Derek Carr has been to New Orleans twice in recent weeks to meet with the club doctor at the team facility and his preference is to avoid shoulder surgery, NFL Network's Jane Slater reported Tuesday.

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Saints QB Derek Carr confirms shoulder injury: 'I have an MRI report to prove it'

Derek Carr confirmed his shoulder injury during a ChurchLV sermon on Sunday. The New Orleans Saints quarterback confirmed the injury, said nothing is nefarious, and that he and the club continue working through the issue.

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NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Thursday, April 24

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2025 NFL Draft Buzz: Latest league news, rumors ahead of Thursday's Round 1

The Saints are not expected to have clarity on Derek Carr's shoulder injury and what the future holds prior to tonight's first round, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday. 

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Saints GM Mickey Loomis waiting for 'clarity' on QB Derek Carr's shoulder, says draft plans unaffected

Ahead of Thursday's opening round of the 2025 NFL Draft, Saints general manager Mickey Loomis shed some light on their plans at quarterback but mostly held things close to the vest.

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Panthers GM Dan Morgan: 'We're definitely open to trading back' from No. 8 overall pick

Could the Panthers be one of the 2025 NFL Draft's swing spots at No. 8 overall? GM Dan Morgan told reporters on Tuesday that "we're definitely open to trading back."

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Saints QB Derek Carr dealing with shoulder injury; availability for 2025 in question

QB Derek Carr is dealing with a shoulder injury that threatens his availability for the New Orleans Saints' 2025 season, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

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Saints HC Kellen Moore: New Orleans 'comfortable' with QB Derek Carr

With a new regime joining the New Orleans Saints in 2025, head coach Kellen Moore says the team felt "comfortable" moving forward with veteran quarterback Derek Carr.

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Saints signal moving forward with Derek Carr by converting most of his 2025 salary into signing bonus

After several talks with Derek Carr about his 2025 compensation, the New Orleans Saints are converting most of his salary this year into a signing bonus, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported Saturday.

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Saints GM Mickey Loomis excited to have Derek Carr returning: 'We feel like we've got a guy we can win with'

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis told a scrum of reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine on Wednesday that the club is planning to have QB Derek Carr return in 2025 despite New Orleans' current salary cap situation.

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2025 NFL free agency: Derek Carr, Cameron Jordan among notable cut candidates on NFC teams

Could the Saints move on from Derek Carr? Will the Seahawks bid farewell to Tyler Lockett? Matt Okada examines possible candidates to be released from NFC teams as plans come into focus for the 2025 NFL season.

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Ranking all 59 starting quarterbacks from the 2024 NFL season: Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen at No. 1?

Nick Shook evaluates every quarterback who started a game during the 2024 campaign (including the playoffs) to create one comprehensive ranking -- from 1 to 59 -- for the entire season. 

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Kellen Moore aims to lead Saints 'the right way,' feels 'fortunate' to have QB Derek Carr, RB Alvin Kamara

Speaking at his introductory press conference on Thursday, new Saints head coach Kellen Moore said he feels "fortunate" to have QB Derek Carr and RB Alvin Kamara on the roster despite heading into an offseason full of salary-cap questions for New Orleans.

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Saints GM Mickey Loomis has 'high level of confidence' in Derek Carr, thinks team can have quick turnaround

New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis met with the media on Monday and discussed a number of topics, including Derek Carr, the team's salary cap situation and the potential for a quick turnaround.

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Ranking each NFL team's primary starting quarterback from the 2024 regular season

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Derek Carr has no interest in taking a pay cut to remain in New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints have a decision to make with starting quarterback Derek Carr this offseason. The QB has a $51 million salary cap figure for 2025 that necessitates a restructuring or potential release. 

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NFL news roundup: Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore ruled out vs. Cowboys; Colts QB Anthony Richardson won't play in Week 18

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Saints QB Derek Carr (left hand) unlikely to return this season after recent examination

New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr (left hand) underwent further examination recently and he's at least a few weeks away from being able to withstand contact, meaning his season is likely over, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

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Saints starting QB Jake Haener in place of injured Derek Carr vs. Commanders

Saints quarterback Jake Haener will make his first NFL start on Sunday against the Washington Commanders, NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo reported Thursday night.

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David Carr breaks down factors of Derek Carr's decision to retire after 11 seasons

Brother David Carr breaks down factors of Quarterback Derek Carr's decision to retire after 11 seasons.

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Garafolo: Saints and Derek Carr had a 'cordial meeting' just before QB's retirement | 'The Insiders'

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo: New Orleans Saints and quarterback Derek Carr had a 'cordial meeting' just before QB's retirement.

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Kellen Moore reacts to Derek Carr's retirement in press conference

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore gives his reaction during a press conference to the retirement announcement made by former Saints quarterback Derek Carr.

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Rapoport: Derek Carr retires after 11 seasons | 'GMFB'

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reporting New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr retires after 11 seasons due to shoulder injury.

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Jane Slater breaks down Tyler Shough and Saints' rookie minicamp expectations | 'The Insiders'

NFL Network's Jane Slater breaks down quarterback Tyler Shough and the New Orleans Saints' rookie minicamp expectations.

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What will Saints do at QB in light of Derek Carr's injury | 'GMFB'

With Saints QB Derek Carr dealing with a shoulder injury that could affect his availability for the 2025 season, the GMFB crew debates what the team will do at the position as the 2025 NFL Draft approaches.

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Rapoport: Saints QB Derek Carr dealing with 'serious' shoulder injury | 'The Insiders'

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport breaks the latest on the situation with New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr suffering a "serious" shoulder injury that might affect his ability to play at the beginning of the 2025 NFL regular season.

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Bills release LB Von Miller, QB Sam Darnold will not return to Vikings for 2025 season | 'Up To The Minute'

NFL Network's Taylor Bisciotti details the latest behind the Buffalo Bills releasing linebacker Von Miller and that quarterback Sam Darnold is not expected to return for the Minnesota Vikings.

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Garafolo: GM Mickey Loomis believes Saints will keep Derek Carr in 2025 | 'The Insiders'

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo: GM Mickey Loomis believes New Orleans Saints will keep quarterback Derek Carr in 2025.

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Doug Nussmeier named Saints' new OC under Kellen Moore

Doug Nussmeier named New Orleans Saints' new offensive coordinator under head coach Kellen Moore.

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Biggest takeaways from Kellen Moore being named Saints' new HC | 'The Insiders'

'The Insiders' name thier biggest takeaways from Kellen Moore being named New Orleans Saints' new head coach.

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Battista: Saints to decide on Derek Carr's future in next few weeks | 'NFL GameDay Morning'

NFL National Columnist Judy Battista reports that the New Orleans Saints will decide on Derek Carr's future in next few weeks "NFL GameDay Morning."

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Rapoport on latest injury news for QBs Derek Carr, Aidan O'Connell | 'GMFB'

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport on latest injury news for New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (hand) and Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (knee).

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Carr's 11-yard TD pass to Juwan Johnson boosts Saints' lead to 13-3 vs. Giants

New Orleans Saints Derek Carr's 11-yard touchdown pass to tight end Juwan Johnson boosts Saints' lead to 13-3 vs. New York Giants.

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Foster Moreau's one-handed snag goes for 32 yards

New Orleans Saints tight end Foster Moreau's one-handed snag goes for 32 yards.

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Carr's 30-yard connection with Juwan Johnson gets Saints into Giants' territory

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr's 30-yard connection with tight end Juwan Johnson gets Saints into New York Giants' territory.

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Carr's 22-yard laser to Valdes-Scantling gets Saints off doorstep of their own end zone

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr's 22-yard laser to wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling gets the Saints off doorstep of their own end zone.

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Every teams' best play of Week 13

Check out every teams' best play from Week 13 of the 2024 NFL Season.

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Carr rolls out to his right for 22-yard loft to Moreau in Browns territory

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr finds tight end Foster Moreau for a 22-yard gain against the Cleveland Browns.

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Can't-Miss Play: 71-yard TD! Valdes-Scantling's speed burst gets the best of Browns

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr connects with wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling for a 71-yard touchdown against the Cleveland Browns.

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Derek Carr's best plays from 2-TD game vs. Falcons | Week 10

Watch the best plays from New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr's 2-touchdown game vs. the Atlanta Falcons during week 10 of the 2024 NFL season.

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Carr's second TD pass to Valdes-Scantling gives Saints 13-7 lead vs. Falcons

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling catches his second touchdown vs. the Falcons to extends the Saints' lead to 13-7.

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Can't-Miss Play: 67-yard deep ball! Carr and Valdes-Scantling decimate Falcons again

The duo of New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr and wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling burns the Atlanta Falcons' secondary again on a 67-yard connection.

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Can't-Miss Play: Carr goes deep to Valdes-Scantling for 40-yard TD vs. Falcons

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr lofts a perfect 40-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Marquez-Valdes Scantling to extend the Saints' lead vs. the Atlanta Falcons to 9-0.

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