Ex-Saints QB Derek Carr explains why he retired, turning down $30M in guaranteed money

Derek Carr, former Saints quarterback, shares his reasoning for retirement despite rejecting $30 million in guaranteed money. After 11 seasons in the NFL, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr retired due to a shoulder injury that required surgery, sidelining him for the 2025 season. Despite walking away from $30 million in 2025 and a $150 … Read more

Derek Carr explains why he turned down $30M in guaranteed money from the Saints to opt for retirement

Derek Carr reveals reasoning behind decision to pass up $30M offer from Saints in favor of retirement Derek Carr turned down $30 million in guaranteed salary from the New Orleans Saints in 2025 due to a shoulder injury that required surgery and would have sidelined him for the season. He chose to retire instead, believing … Read more

Brandin Cooks sends message to Saints doubters after retirement of Derek Carr

Brandin Cooks addresses Saints skeptics following Derek Carr’s retirement On Memorial Day, DraftKings Sportsbook had the New Orleans Saints as a betting underdog to win over 6.5 games in the 2025 season after quarterback Derek Carr retired. Wide receiver Brandin Cooks expressed confidence in the team’s abilities despite the challenges they face. Louisville’s Tyler Shough … Read more