Saints' Derek Carr Injury Sparks Shedeur Sanders Draft Speculation

The New Orleans Saints might consider drafting Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL legend Deion Sanders, with the ninth pick in the 2025 NFL Draft following quarterback Derek Carr's shoulder injury. Carr's uncertain future due to the potential need for surgery has increased speculation about the Saints selecting a quarterback, with Shedeur Sanders emerging as a potential candidate. Sanders, who was initially projected as a top-five pick, has seen varied evaluations, with some analysts suggesting he could fall to the Saints. Deion Sanders's cryptic social media post, using an eyes emoji in response to a tweet by ESPN's Louis Riddick about the ninth pick, has fueled rumors around the Saints' interest in Shedeur. Other teams, like the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers, have also shown interest in Sanders, making his draft position uncertain. The Saints, under new coach Kellen Moore, might look for a quarterback to solidify their future, especially given Carr's injury history and the team's recent struggles at the position.