Derek Carr Further Explains Retirement Decision From New Orleans Saints originally appeared on Athlon Sports. We can now officially say 'former' New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr. After surprisingly announcing his retirement in early May after 11 NFL seasons and 2 with New Orleans, Carr's retirement became official on June 2.

New Orleans Saints’ QB Derek Carr retired in the offseason after what was a weird process overall for the signal caller and the New Orleans Saints. Carr’s shoulder never fully healed from the injury he suffered in 2024,

QB Derek Carr expressed that part of his decision to retire was that he didn't want to "just take" the New Orleans Saints' money.