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Saints' Derek Carr Linked to Shocking Reunion With AFC Team

The New Orleans Saints lost quarterback Derek Carr to retirement last offseason and it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. With Carr gone, the Saints were able to land Tyler Shough in the second round of the NFL draft.

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Steelers Linked to Veteran Saints QB After Shocking Turn of Events

Last offseason, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr shocked the football world when he announced that he was going to retire because of a crippling shoulder injury.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / February 8

NFL insiders open up can of worms about potential Derek Carr trade options for the Saints this offseason

Derek Carr is no longer the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. In an offseason where the QB position is set to see plenty of transitions around the NFL, could he land elsewhere if he wants to play football again?

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 8

New Orleans Saints Mock Draft: 3 Round Projection For 2026 NFL Draft

The New Orleans Saints have a lot of big decisions to make over the offseason. Free agency is going to be a crucial time for the team. They could look to make some trades, too.

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How many of the head coaches can you name from each Super Bowl since Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000?

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 8

Top 3 Landing Spots for Saints' Derek Carr as Return Rumors Surface

The New Orleans Saints inadvertently got a bit of potential good news on Sunday. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported that there is at least a possibility that veteran quarterback Derek Carr opts to come out of retirement this offseason.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 8

Sean Payton sends heartfelt message to Drew Brees following Saints legend's prestigious induction into Hall of Fame

The New Orleans Saints got to relive some glory days this past week when legendary quarterback Drew Brees was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 8

Saints Can Bolster Defense by Signing 25-Year-Old Star CB

The New Orleans Saints came into last season with some of the lowest expectations in the league. They had lost quarterback Derek Carr to retirement after the veteran signal caller couldn't bounce back from a shoulder injury.

New Orleans Saints News / Total Apex Sports / February 8

Former New Orleans Saints QB Carr Might Unretire In 2026

Derek Carr hasn’t announced any plans to retire, but as the NFL inches toward the 2026 offseason, his name keeps popping up in conversations that feel impossible to ignore.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 8

Derek Carr thinking about unretiring, which would be good for Saints

A former Pro Bowl quarterback is reportedly thinking about returning to the league. Less than a year ago, Derek Carr announced his retirement from the NFL.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8

Derek Carr Could Consider 2026 Return; QB Has No Shoulder Limitations

Last May, Saints quarterback Derek Carr announced his retirement, and it was subsequently reported that he was “extremely unlikely” to reverse that decision.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 8

Derek Carr’s Return Back in Play: What It Means for Saints

It sounds like a certain, former New Orleans Saints starting quarterback could pop up around the National Football League again. Former Saints quarterback Derek Carr threw a wrench into the team's offseason plans last year as he surprised many around the NFL and opted to hang up his cleats after 11 seasons and four Pro Bowl appearances.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

New Orleans Saints News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Derek Carr could unretire, join new team

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr retired just before the 2025 NFL Draft after a shoulder injury threatened his career. At the time, this health-related decision appeared to signal the end of his career.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 6

Ex-Saints Playmaker Open to Reunion After Super Bowl

The New Orleans Saints could use one more wide receiver and it sounds like former big-time piece of the offense is at least willing to consider a return.

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Drew Brees Post-HOF Message Shows Why He's Saints Legend

There are few better stories in New Orleans Saints history than Drew Brees. If you're a Saints fan, you've heard the story. He spent the first five seasons of his career with the then-San Diego Chargers.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 6

Sean Payton’s Reaction to Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame Selection Says It All

It was a big day for the New Orleans Saints on Thursday. Early in the day, it was announced that Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough won the fan-voted Pepsi Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year Award.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 6

Saints’ Drew Brees heaps praise on Sean Payton, Mickey Loomis after HOF induction

Drew Brees did not appear destined for Canton, Ohio when his NFL career began in 2001. The second-round draft pick was not an incredibly accurate quarterback with the then-San Diego Chargers, and after he enjoyed a breakout 2004-05 campaign, an injury to his throwing shoulder halted his progress and put his future in serious doubt.

Tyler Shough News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 5

Saints’ Tyler Shough drops ‘urgency’ revelation on offseason before Year 2

The New Orleans Saints ended the 2025-26 NFL season on a high note. They won four of their final five games to finish with six total wins. Not many expected them to win more than 3-4 games.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 5

3 Saints cut candidates entering 2026 offseason

Despite finishing just 6-11 in 2025, the New Orleans Saints were one of just three teams to go undefeated in December, giving them a foundation to build on in the 2026 offseason.

Demario Davis News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 5

DeMario Davis Keeping Options Open Ahead Of Free Agency

Saints LB Demario Davis has been in New Orleans for the last eight seasons as one of the better LBs in football, but he’s set to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason heading into his age-37 season.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Saints QB Tyler Shough just got two advantages for his long-term success after latest coaching staff news for New Orleans

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough will be one of the top candidates to win Rookie of the Year for his performance this past season, but the future is what matters the most to both Shough and his organization.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / February 3

Scott Tolzien, Chase Haslett To Remain On Saints’ Staff

Scott Tolzien and Chase Haslett have both received interest from the Steelers as Mike McCarthy pieces together his staff. In each case, though, a departure from the Saints will not be taking place.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 3

Saints QB Coach Scott Tolzien Remaining In New Orleans After Interviewing With Steelers

According to Jonathan Jones, Saints QB coach Scott Tolzien will remain in New Orleans after interviewing for the Steelers’ offensive coordinator vacancy. Tolzien played under new Steelers HC Mike McCarthy in Green Bay from 2013 to 2015.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 3

Chiefs add new QB amid Patrick Mahomes injury recovery

Kansas City’s reported move comes as the Chiefs prepare for life without Mahomes for at least part of training camp and continue evaluating options behind him.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / February 2

Browns, Saints reportedly will be part of historic game in 2026

Browns, Saints reportedly will be part of historic game during 2026 NFL season

The full NFL schedule for next season won't be released until later this spring, but it appears that Browns and Saints fans can begin making plans for an overseas trip during the fall for a game that will make NFL history.

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