QB Dominos: Carr Signs With Saints

03/07/2023

By: Jeff Yoder

QB Derek Carr Finalizes 4-Year, $150 Million Deal With Saints as First QB Domino Falls

The first domino falls… Former Raiders QB Derek Carr finalized a four-year, $150 million deal with the New Orleans Saints on Monday. The contract features $100 million in total guarantees. The four-time pro bowler has always showcased a talented arm and strong leadership skills, but he failed to win a playoff game in nine years with the Raiders. Now, a new franchise with offensive weapons and a stout defense could bring Carr redemption in the second half of his career. He ranks eighth in both yards and touchdowns among active NFL quarterbacks.

 

Derek Carr’s Career Stats

Record: 63-79

Passing Yards: 4,958

Touchdowns: 217

Interceptions: 99

Completion Percentage: 64.6%

 

What Does It Mean for Other QBs?

While Carr’s arrival in New Orleans could signal a changing of the guard in the NFC South — with Tom Brady out in Tampa Bay after the Bucs made the playoffs with a losing record — the bigger news is the implications of Carr’s deal on the 2023 QB market. The remaining quarterbacks potentially on the move include Jimmy Garoppolo (49ers), Lamar Jackson (Ravens) and, of course, Aaron Rodgers (Packers). Quarterback-needy teams include the Texans, Colts, Jets, Falcons, Panthers and Raiders.

 

The Carr domino has fallen. But we’re still waiting on Rodgers.

 

Additional Storylines

CBS Sports: What the Carr-Saints Deal Means for 2023 NFL QB Market

The Ringer: Derek Carr Might Not Be the Upgrade the Saints Think They’re Paying For

 

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