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The New Orleans Saints’ have made some key cap space moves amid their pursuit of free agent quarterback Derek Carr. On Saturday, the Saints restructured the contracts of linebacker Demario Davis and tight end/quarterback Taysom Hill, freeing up $12.724 million in cap space, per Field Yates of ESPN. The Saints have been steadily chipping away […]

As the New Orleans Saints aim to regain their Super Bowl contender status, they have a busy offseason ahead. Dennis Allen, the new head coach, took over from Sean Payton, who had coached for 16 years. The Saints missed the playoffs for the second straight year, finishing 7-10. That was their first losing record since […]

As the New York Jets pursue Derek Carr and Aaron Rodgers as their top options to replace Zach Wilson as the team’s starting quarterback, Robert Saleh told reporters Thursday that his preference is to carry three good quarterbacks on the roster. “Quarterbacks are gold,” Saleh said. “If you have three guys you have faith in, […]

Robert Saleh skipped the New York Jets’ second meeting with free agent quarterback Derek Carr on Wednesday. But the Jets coach had a legitimate reason for doing so. Saleh told reporters Thursday he was sick and too ill to fly out to Indianapolis, where owner Woody Johnson led the Jets contingent in their get-together with […]

At the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, it isn’t just a place to take a look at future draft picks. It’s also where free agents can meet with teams that are interested in their services. Such is the life for free agent quarterback Derek Carr. Coming into the combine, Carr was scheduled to meet with […]

Now a free man, Derek Carr has been searching for a new team this offseason. Among the franchises that he has met with are the Carolina Panthers, who seem to have an interest in the 31-year-old quarterback. Panthers’ head coach Frank Reich said the team’s meeting with Carr “went well” and he’s an option for […]

After a “fantastic visit” with Derek Carr two weekends ago, the New York Jets will meet again with the free agent quarterback Wednesday at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. This time, Jets owner Woody Johnson will be part of the meeting as the team and player take another step towards a possible future together. […]

Minutes after discussing the New York Jets’ pursuit of Derek Carr on Tuesday, general manager Joe Douglas expressed faith that Zach Wilson will fulfill his potential. Such is the Jets’ unique quarterback situation this offseason. They are seeking a veteran No. 1 signal-caller while preaching confidence in the 23-year-old they are looking to replace at […]

The New York Jets had a “fantastic visit” with Derek Carr 10 days ago, according to general manager Joe Douglas, and are eager for their second meeting with the free-agent quarterback this week at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. “He left a strong impression with everybody,” Douglas said Tuesday. “Obviously with Derek, he’s a high-level […]

After nine seasons with the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders, NFL quarterback Derek Carr will be moving on from the franchise this offseason. The only question is which team would the 31-year old quarterback play for following a down 2022 season. The New Orleans Saints and New York Jets have already expressed interest in adding Carr, but […]

Derek Carr is currently in the process of finding his next NFL franchise following his release from the Las Vegas Raiders. As Carr looks for his post-Raiders home, the quarterback is planning to get head start on finding his next deal. Carr is headed to Indianapolis to attend the NFL Draft Combine, via Ian Rapoport […]

The New York Jets are reportedly considering a reunion with quarterback Geno Smith. However, their preference is to acquire either Aaron Rodgers or Derek Carr this offseason to be their quarterback in 2023. Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated reported Monday that the Jets are exploring the possibility of pursuing Smith, who resurrected his career with […]

After nine years with the Las Vegas Raiders, Derek Carr is now entering NFL free agency. As Carr looks for his next team, there will undoubtedly be a long line of suitors. In those nine years, Carr threw for 35,222 yards and 217 touchdowns. Both are Raiders’ franchise highs. However, with a $40 million cap […]

After spending nine years playing for the Las Vegas Raiders’ organization, Derek Carr is looking for his next NFL franchise. As Carr looks for his next team, the quarterback’s asking price has become more clear. Carr is seeking $35+ million annually via ESPN’s Diana Russini. A contract at that size would tie him with the […]

If the New York Jets pull off a major trade this offseason, it likely will be to land a quarterback. Think Aaron Rodgers or Ryan Tannehill. But that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t consider upgrading other positions through the trade route. We’ll examine two players the Jets must trade for in the 2023 NFL offseason. Of […]

Derek Carr is probably the second-most interesting name in the NFL trade market right now (second only to Aaron Rodgers). The Las Vegas Raiders QB is one of the better QBs in the league, and has proven his worth before this year. There’s a reason why teams like the Jets and the Saints are interested […]

It looks like Mekhi Becton is serious about getting into top shape for the New York Jets this offseason. The massive tackle took to social media Wednesday to show off his new svelte physique. The post featured a split of a sweaty Becton posing in the gym asking “YALL WORKOUT TODAY??” with a GIF saying […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are doing things a bit unconventionally it seems. The team released longtime quarterback Derek Carr last week but may not have a solid succession plan for next season. Second-year general manager Dave Ziegler appeared on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast (recorded before Carr was released) to speak on the pressure […]

Momentum appears to be building for a free agency connection between the New York Jets and Derek Carr. After multiple reports about a positive meeting this past weekend, including one from Carr’s brother David, an NFL Network analyst, the latest rumors on Tuesday added fuel to the fire. Connor Hughes of SNY reported that Carr […]

After the Las Vegas Raiders released quarterback Derek Carr, people are left to wonder where could he play next. Days later, reports surfaced about Carr visiting the New York Jets to inquire about their needs at the position. The Jets have been said to be in the market for a QB, but the links have […]

One of the first orders of business for new Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich will be figuring out the team’s quarterback situation, which has been a mess the last couple of years. While the NFL Draft is ripe with plenty of options, a strong, veteran quarterback option has already emerged in free agency, former […]

The New York Jets are still deciding whether to pursue Derek Carr or wait on Aaron Rodgers’ decision with the Green Bay Packers. If you ask the team’s former general manager in Mike Tannenbaum, however, he thinks the franchise should do the former. Speaking on ESPN recently, Tannenbaum–who served as the Jets’ GM from 2006 […]

Former Las Vegas Raiders quarter back Derek Carr visited with the New York Jets recently, and the visit went well, according to his brother and NFL Network analyst David Carr. Free Agent Derek Carr visited the Jets over the weekend 👀 (via @NFLTotalAccess) pic.twitter.com/ZPaQwy5TLI — NFL Network (@nflnetwork) February 21, 2023 “So he went there […]

It appears the New York Jets are quite happy with how their meeting with Derek Carr went this past weekend. Apparently, the free agent quarterback made such a positive impression that the Jets brass faces a difficult decision whether to heavily pursue Carr or wait on Aaron Rodgers. “I was told that it was a […]

Derek Carr is visiting the New York Jets this weekend. It would behoove the Jets to put their absolute best foot forward when trying to woo the free agent quarterback after his release from the Las Vegas Raiders. We’ll examine why the Jets must sign Derek Carr in 2023 NFL free agency. From @NFLTotalAccess: On […]

It appears the New York Jets have gone public with their courting of Derek Carr. After reports surfaced Friday that the Jets would host Carr for a visit this weekend, a picture surfaced on social media of Carr having lunch with Jets brass, including coach Robert Saleh on Saturday. @AdamSchefter Derek Carr and Robert Saleh […]

Derek Carr is reportedly expected to visit the New York Jets following his Las Vegas Raiders release, per Mike Garafolo. Carr had previously visited with the New Orleans Saints but nothing came to fruition. The Jets are in the quarterback market and have been linked to the former Raiders’ QB for quite some time. The […]

Now a free agent, Derek Carr is free to sign with any NFL franchise. For ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky, there is a clear leader for who Carr should choose as his next team. The Carolina Panthers are Orlovsky’s top pick in terms of Carr landing spots, via the Rich Eisen Show. Orlovsky credited the Panthers’ coaching […]

The New Orleans Saints have been the team most closely linked to new free agent Derek Carr. In an effort to clear up cap space for a potential Carr deal, the Saints have now re-worked Marcus Maye’s contract. The Saints have converted $6.07 of Maye’s 2023 compensation into a signing bonus, via ESPN’s Field Yates. […]

After weeks of talk about his future plans, quarterback Derek Carr was released by the Las Vegas Raiders Tuesday. Carr has played his entire career with the Raiders, who drafted him in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. With the Raiders’ move to cut him, Carr is now able to test the waters […]

The Las Vegas Raiders officially released Derek Carr on Tuesday. Carr was expected to either be released or traded following the season, and he will now prepare for free agency. Carr’s agent released a statement on the situation, per Younger & Associates/QB Limited/Tim Younger on Twitter. “We wish the Raiders the best of luck. This is […]

It’s official. The Las Vegas Raiders have released quarterback Derek Carr before his $40.4 million salary became guaranteed on Tuesday, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Carr is now a free agent and is expected to receive interest from the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, among other teams. Meanwhile, the Raiders saved $29.25 million in cap […]

Derek Carr’s tenure with the Las Vegas Raiders is soon coming to an end. Upon his departure from the Raiders, Carr will have a few options for the next phase of his NFL career. The Raiders are planning to release Carr on Tuesday after the QB refused to accept a trade, via Ian Rapoport of […]

With the New York Jets searching for a veteran quarterback this offseason, their every move is scrutinized for clues about who their top target is. The latest example occurred Monday when the Jets hired Todd Downing to be their passing game coordinator. Downing was offensive coordinator the past two seasons with the Tennessee Titans. So, […]

The Las Vegas Raiders don’t want Derek Carr. They made that clear at the end of the 2022 season when they sent the quarterback home before their last two games. Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels clearly has other plans in mind, and the Raiders will pursue a new quarterback in the offseason. However, Carr has […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to move on from Derek Carr, but it won’t be via trade. Carr has informed the Raiders he won’t accept a trade to any other team, so they will release him, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapaport. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero said the Raiders and Saints “had the framework […]

Brandon Marshall believes that Aaron Rodgers is not the right choice to play quarterback for the New York Jets in 2023. In fact, the former All-Pro wide receiver said he sees two other quarterbacks as better fits to replace Zach Wilson. “I would go Derek Carr as my No. 1, Jimmy G [Garoppolo] as my […]

It was a disappointing season on the field for Josh Jacobs and the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022, and according to the star running back, it wasn’t any easier in the locker room. The Raiders are expected to either release or trade quarterback Derek Carr before his $40.4 million guarantee kicks in next week, and […]

NFL fans have known for a while now that the Las Vegas Raiders would be moving on from longtime quarterback Derek Carr. After his late-season benching in favor of Jarrett Stidham, Carr has not been shy about the reality that he has played his last game in the Silver and Black. This has led fans […]