Derek Carr Returns for Saints vs. Panthers

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is set to return for the Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers after missing three games due to an oblique injury. Carr's return is seen as a significant boost for the Saints, who are currently on a six-game losing streak. Head coach Dennis Allen expressed optimism that Carr's experience and leadership would help improve the team's communication and performance on the field. The Panthers, with a 1-7 record, have struggled under first-year head coach Dave Canales, making this an opportunity for the Saints to regain their footing. Despite his return, Carr downplayed the notion of being the team's 'savior,' emphasizing his role as a leader and team player. Several Saints players, including cornerback Marshon Lattimore, remain sidelined with injuries, while the Panthers hope to recover veteran WR Adam Thielen from his hamstring injury.