Derek Carr's Injury Casts Doubt on 2025 Season

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is uncertain for the 2025 NFL season due to a shoulder injury he believes happened during a Week 14 game against the Giants, only detected during spring workouts. Carr is considering surgery, which could keep him out for the entire season, and he has denied rumors of faking the injury. The Saints recently restructured Carr's contract, increasing guaranteed money and potentially obligating them to pay him even if he is traded or inactive. Rookie Tyler Shough, a second-round pick, is expected to compete for the starting quarterback job under new head coach Kellen Moore, with analysts touting Shough as a potential Offensive Rookie of the Year. The Saints also have Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener as quarterback options if Carr is unavailable. The team is actively weighing its options regarding Carr's future and the quarterback position overall.