Derek Carr: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Derek Carr's brother David provides huge update on his possible NFL return

While ESPN's Jeremy Fowler mentioned on Wednesday that there's currently "a scarcity of" noteworthy NFL quarterback jobs available heading into Week 7, history shows that could change on any given Sunday.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / October 1

Insider names retired QB as possible Bengals target with Joe Burrow injured

The Bengals have suffered back-to-back blowout losses with Burrow out of the lineup.

Ja'Marr Chase shares worrisome take about Bengals' blowout loss to Broncos

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Ja’Marr Chase sends a message to his angry fantasy managers

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / September 16

Could Bengals target retired QB as potential Joe Burrow replacement?

Quarterback Derek Carr suggested earlier this month that he could eventually attempt an NFL comeback after he retired in May due to a significant shoulder injury. Meanwhile, reports confirmed on Monday that Cincinnati Bengals star Joe Burrow will need surgery on his injured toe and will miss at least three months.

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Joe Burrow injury highlights big Bengals issue

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12

Derek Carr speaks on possibility of NFL return

The former Raiders and Saints QB retired in May.

'TNF' takeaways: Packers setting foundation for special season

Patriots OC makes Drake Maye declaration after loss to Raiders

Bills have huge concern before facing Justin Fields, Jets

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NFL News / Yardbarker

The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12

Is Carr already having second thoughts about retirement decision?

Is Derek Carr already having second thoughts about retirement decision?

During a recent appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show," Carr teased that he hasn't completely slammed the door shut on possibly making a return to the NFL at some point.

'TNF' takeaways: Packers setting foundation for special season

Jets' Garrett Wilson sends Justin Fields warning to NFL after loss to Steelers

Pete Carroll raises eyebrows with comments on bitter Jim Harbaugh rivalry ahead of 'MNF' showdown

Who had the greatest QB season for every NFL team?

The 'Single-season passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / July 15

Why Derek Carr is a big supporter of Raiders QB Geno Smith

Derek Carr knows a lot about the Las Vegas Raiders after spending nine seasons with the franchise.

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Ashton Jeanty already receiving love from analysts

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 15

Saints Shocker? Why Trade For Disgruntled Star Makes Sense For New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints need to build their team from the ground up. They have one of the worst rosters in the league from top to bottom, especially after losing Derek Carr to retirement in the offseason.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Derek Carr Reveals Plans to Return to Raiders Sideline in 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders brought in head coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler ahead of the 2022 NFL season to finally fix the team's instability.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 14

Why Saints Trade For Disgruntled WR Makes Perfect Sense

The New Orleans Saints are in quite a bad spot heading into this season. They're going to be forced to turn to a new quarterback after Derek Carr entered a medical retirement earlier this offseason.

NFL News / Raiders Newswire / July 13

Derek Carr Names Oakland Coliseum Toughest Arena To Play In

Derek Carr’s tenure with the Las Vegas Raiders didn’t end on a positive note as he was effectively pushed out by former head coach Josh McDaniels. McDaniel benched Carr down the stretch of the 2022 season, eventually forcing the quarterback to ask for his release from the franchise.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / July 11

New Orleans Saints Receive Worst NFL Offseason Grade from ESPN

ESPN is not a fan of the New Orleans Saints' offseason moves. ESPN's Seth Walder posted his offseason grades for all 32 NFL teams. Walder graded the Saints' offseason a D, ranking them with the worst in the league.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 7

Saints Predicted To Finish Season At Bottom Of NFL

During this offseason, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr opted to enter retirement due to a crushing injury. In his place, the Saints have Spencer Rattler, Jake Haener, and rookie Tyler Shough battling for the starting role in New Orleans.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 30

Saints Can Shock Some Despite 'Biggest Weakness'

It's pretty easy to see what the biggest question swirling around the New Orleans Saints right now. The starting quarterback job is up for grabs after Derek Carr announced his retirement to the surprise of many across the league.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / June 26

Tyler Shough makes promise to Saints after Carr retirement

Rookie Tyler Shough makes promise to Saints after Derek Carr retirement

The surprising retirement of Carr this past spring resulted in Shough being penciled in atop the depth chart as the club's new starter heading into training camp.

Cardinals' Trey McBride wants to follow in footsteps of Chiefs' Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes

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New Orleans Saints News / Field Level Media / June 5

Retired Derek Carr: Didn't want to 'just take the Saints money'

Derek Carr announced his retirement last month, a decision that saw him forgo $30 million by opting against shoulder surgery. Had he gone under the knife, the veteran quarterback still would have been paid by the New Orleans Saints despite being sidelined for the duration of the 2025 season.

New Orleans Saints News / The Spun / June 4

Derek Carr Shows True Character With NFL Contract Decision

Last month, Derek Carr shocked the NFL community by announcing his retirement. As part of that move, he made an interesting financial decision. According to multiple reports, Carr learned that he had a torn right labrum and "significant degenerative changes to his rotator cuff" earlier this offseason.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / June 3

Saints officially place QB Derek Carr on reserve/setired list

The move formalizes Carr’s retirement, which was originally announced on May 10. The Saints were waiting until after June 1 to process the transaction so they could spread the $50.132M in dead money across two years.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3

Saints Placing QB Derek Carr On Retired List

Mike Garafolo reports that the Saints are placing QB Derek Carr on the reserve/retired list on Tuesday. Since the news of Carr’s retirement surfaced, there have been rumblings that Carr could return in 2026 after his shoulder is completely healed.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / May 30

Derek Carr Has One Last Gift For Saints

The New Orleans Saints have had arguably the most surprising offseason of any team in the National Football League. It's been a wild ride. New Orleans hired an exciting, new head coach in Kellen Moore and has been hard at work getting his staff in order and bringing in a completely new system.

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / May 17

Listing Derek Carr’s Most Memorable Moments In Raiders History

Derek Carr, the all-time passing leader for the Las Vegas Raiders, decided to hang up the cleats recently. Due to a shoulder injury that depleted his ability to play, Carr came to the heartbreaking decision.

New Orleans Saints News / Field Level Media / May 16

Report: Derek Carr’s camp gauged outside interest before retirement

Several weeks before he announced his retirement, then-New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr was putting out feelers to other NFL teams, ESPN reported Friday.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

Derek Carr Comeback In 2026 ‘Extremely Unlikely’

Former Saints QB Derek Carr retired recently, but there have been rumblings he could return in 2026 after his shoulder is completely healed. Per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, a return to the NFL in 2026 for Carr is “extremely unlikely” as he’s already making other career plans post-football.