Saints Retain Derek Carr’s Contractual Rights
Quarterback Derek Carr’s future remains uncertain as the New Orleans Saints retain his contractual rights. Currently, Carr is on the Saints’ reserve-retired list, which means he cannot freely negotiate with other teams.
Saints Retain Derek Carr’s Contractual Rights
This situation leaves Carr in a unique position. If he wishes to join a Super Bowl contender, the Saints must either release him or pursue a trade. The team has options but seems to be looking towards new prospects.
Carr’s Options
- If the Saints release Carr, he could sign with any team.
- Carr could also choose to unretire and report to New Orleans, which would reinstate his base salary.
- The most likely scenario involves Carr finding a team interested in acquiring him through a trade.
In the case of a trade, the interested team would contact the Saints to negotiate terms. Although this process may involve tampering concerns, the Saints would benefit from acquiring a draft pick for Carr.
Future Plans for the Saints
The Saints appear to be moving forward without Carr. They seem to have identified Tyler Shough as their new starting quarterback. Thus, pursuing Carr again does not seem to align with their strategy.
Moreover, the Saints could expedite the process by granting Carr permission to communicate with other teams. This would facilitate a trade and potentially help him secure a spot on a contending team.
Despite the complexities of the current situation, the path forward is not impossible for Carr. However, he remains constrained by the Saints’ decision regarding his contractual rights.
