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Ex-Raiders QB Derek Carr Already on Hot Seat With Saints

Ex-Raiders QB Derek Carr Already on Hot Seat With Saints
New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr.
Derek Carr has built a lot of credibility with the Las Vegas Raiders franchise during his nine years with the team. That led to the team sticking with him through some tough stretches.
However, he does not have that same credibility with the New Orleans Saints. He was supposed to help get the team back on track after they stumbled following the retirement of Drew Brees. Instead, Carr has gone a combined 14-13 in starts for the Saints the last two years, having missed the playoffs in both.
New Orleans is undergoing a head coaching change this offseason and the new head coach may not like what Carr brings to the table. Maurice Moton of Bleacher Report listed every quarterback who is on the hot seat in 2025 and listed Carr at the top.
“Going into his age-34 term, Carr may not be a fit for a team that could go through a significant roster rebuild under a new coaching staff,” Moton wrote in a Jan. 15 column. “If the incoming coaches don’t think he’s doing enough to uplift his supporting cast, the Saints may have a quick hook for him in 2025.”
The normally durable Carr most seven games this season, which is easily the most he’s ever missed in his career. The Saints’ season may have looked a lot different had he not been injured.
Moving On From Carr Will Prove Difficult
When the Raiders cut Carr after the 2022 season, he still had a lot of interest around the league. Two seasons later, it’s hard to imagine there is still as much interest in the quarterback.
His numbers have been decent with the Saints having thrown 40 touchdowns to 13 interceptions in 27 games but the same issues that plagued him with the Raiders plague him now. Plus, if the Saints cut him outright, they’d take on a $50 million dead cap hit. He also made it clear that he wouldn’t take a pay cut after the season.
“I wouldn’t take a pay cut,” Carr said, via ESPN. “Yeah, I wouldn’t do that. Especially with what I put on tape. Would I restructure? Absolutely. I’ll always help the team that way. But there’s some things that you put out there that you earned. Even in some cases, it could be even worse, but I felt confident when I signed it that this would give the team the best flexibility at the time.”
Considering his contract, it’s unlikely a team will trade for him so the Saints may be stuck.
Would Raiders Consider Carr Reunion?
If the Saints do cut Carr, there should be some interest in him around the league. Depending on how the draft goes, the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets would likely give him a call.
However, one team that might be interesting is the Raiders. They don’t have a quarterback and are going to have a hard time drafting one. Carr at $40+ million a year is too much but if the Saints are paying him big money to not play for them, he can come in at the veteran minimum.
The Raiders could certainly do a lot worse than Carr and the decision-makers who moved on from him are long gone. It’s still unlikely but not impossible to imagine him coming back to the franchise that he holds all the passing records for.
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NFL insider gives Disheartening update on Taysom Hill’s future with the New Orleans Saints

NFL insider gives Disheartening update on Taysom Hill’s future with the New Orleans Saints
The future of Taysom Hill with the New Orleans Saints remains unknown. Next season is Hill’s final season under contract with the team. 2026 and 2027 are both void years on his deal, to help with the salary cap hit on an annual basis.
Cutting or trading Hill is on the table, with the prior option seeming more likely if New Orleans moves on from him.
Update on Taysom Hill
According to Ian Rapoport, it is “hard to imagine” that Hill will be back with the Saints next season.
“They have a decision coming on Taysom Hill. Hard to imagine he’d be back in New Orleans, but anything is possible.” — Rapoport via NFL Network
Designating Taysom as a post-June 1st cut would save the Saints $9.7 million this season. With a massive cap hit of just over $18M looming (via Spotrac), moving on may be painful but necessary for New Orleans.
If Hill does get cut by the Saints, it would be no surprised to see the Denver Broncos and Sean Payton get involved to try to bring him in to join their roster.
Keep in mind – Hill suffered a torn ACL in the back half of last season. He’s 35 years old, coming off one of the most serious injuries that can happen to a player with his skillset and role for the Saints.
Seeing Hill wear anything other than black and gold will assuredly be weird for the Saints and their fans, but it may turn into a reality this offseason.
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NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE JOB: Analyst blindly takes aim at New Orleans Saints HC Kellen Moore for a ridiculous reason

NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE JOB: Analyst blindly takes aim at New Orleans Saints HC Kellen Moore for a ridiculous reason
The offseason is filled with bad takes. There’s an entire Twitter/X account nominated for them.
One of the recent public opinions on New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore is laughable and just, plain disrespectful.
Skip Bayless disrespects Kellen Moore
I’m here to tell you, he’s a nice guy who isn’t remotely qualified to be the Saints’ head coach. I hope I’m wrong for the Saints sake. But all I can say to you after you hosted the Super Bowl New Orleans, good luck with Kellen Moore.”
”Are you kidding me…Kellen Moore? Yeah, he can call plays, but he has zero charisma. Nice guy, but zero personality.”
— Skip Bayless
I mean, do I really need to even break it down? This sort of argument holds no weight and doesn’t even deserve to be listened to on national airwaves. That being said, that’s the reality.
Some coaches, including a young one like Moore, may catch strays that have nothing to do with their actual coaching abilities.
Keep in mind- Nick Sirianni, the head coach who just won a Super Bowl alongside Moore, has been perceived as a “heel” and hard to get along with by plenty of media pundits.
Kevin O’Connell, the latest Coach of the Year award winner, has priorly been seen as a coach who lacks much emotion or drive to push his players forward. Neither of those characteristics were true.
All in all, it is clear that there will be doubt regarding Moore’s abilities, even if those issues do not arise from on-field success or anything a former coach or player of his say. We will see if New Orleans made the smart decision in the coming years.
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Breaking: New Orleans Saints Star QB Derek Carr Officially Confirm He Wants To Leave Following Kellen Moore

Breaking: New Orleans Saints Star QB Derek Carr Officially Confirm He Wants To Leave Following Kellen Moore
New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has officially confirmed that he wants to leave the team following the hiring of new head coach Kellen Moore. This revelation has sent shockwaves through the Saints organization and fan base, raising questions about the team’s future at the quarterback position.
Carr, who signed a four-year deal with the Saints before the 2023 season, was expected to be the franchise’s leader under center for the foreseeable future. However, with Moore now taking over as head coach, Carr appears to be reconsidering his future in New Orleans. While the exact reasons behind his desire to leave remain unclear, speculation suggests that he may not see eye to eye with Moore’s offensive system or long-term vision for the team.
Throughout his tenure in New Orleans, Carr has been a steady presence at quarterback, but the Saints have struggled to find consistent success. The team failed to make a deep playoff push, and offensive inconsistencies were a recurring issue. With a new coaching staff now in place, Carr may feel that a fresh start elsewhere is the best option for his career.
If Carr does leave, the Saints will have a major decision to make at quarterback. They could turn to a young option already on the roster, explore free agency, or even look to the upcoming NFL Draft for a potential replacement. Regardless of the direction they choose, losing Carr would create significant uncertainty for the franchise heading into the 2025 season.
For now, the Saints organization must decide how to handle Carr’s request. They could work on facilitating a trade to another team, negotiate a contract buyout, or attempt to convince him to stay. His departure would mark yet another transition period for a franchise still seeking long-term stability at quarterback after the retirement of Drew Brees.
As this situation unfolds, Saints fans will be watching closely to see how the front office responds. Carr’s next move will have a major impact on the team’s direction, and whether or not New Orleans can remain competitive in the NFC South.
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A BOLD STATEMENT: New Orleans Saints Owner Gayle Benson Has Agreed With Head Coach Kellen Moore On His Decision to Sign New QB After Spencer Rattler’s Disappointment

A BOLD STATEMENT: New Orleans Saints Owner Gayle Benson Has Agreed With Head Coach Kellen Moore On His Decision to Sign New QB After Spencer Rattler’s Disappointment.
In a significant move signaling a shift in the New Orleans Saints’ quarterback strategy, team owner Gayle Benson has publicly endorsed head coach Kellen Moore’s decision to bring in a new signal-caller following Spencer Rattler’s tenure. The announcement comes as the Saints aim to rebuild after a disappointing 2024 season.
A New Direction Under Kellen Moore
After being hired as the Saints’ head coach earlier this month, Moore wasted no time in assessing the team’s weaknesses, with quarterback play emerging as a primary concern. While Spencer Rattler had moments of promise after stepping in for an injured Derek Carr last season, the team ultimately finished with a 5-12 record, prompting leadership to explore fresh options at the position.
“We respect what Spencer has done here, but we believe in making decisions that put this franchise in the best position to succeed,” Moore said in a statement. “Gayle [Benson] has been fully supportive of our vision, and we’re excited about the future of the Saints.”
Who Will Lead the Saints?
The big question now is: who will be the next quarterback of the New Orleans Saints? While specific names have yet to be confirmed, reports suggest that Moore is targeting a player who can execute his fast-paced offensive system—possibly a rising talent from the upcoming NFL Draft or a seasoned veteran through free agency.
Among the rumored options are prospects like LSU’s Jayden Daniels and Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy, both of whom have drawn interest from teams seeking dynamic quarterbacks. There’s also speculation that the Saints could pursue an experienced signal-caller via trade or free agency, with names like Justin Fields and Kirk Cousins floating in discussions.
Saints Fans Await the Next Move
With Benson’s backing and Moore’s aggressive approach, the Saints appear committed to making bold changes in pursuit of returning to playoff contention. The coming weeks will be crucial as the team evaluates its options and prepares for a major quarterback shake-up.
Who will be the next face of the New Orleans Saints? Fans won’t have to wait long to find out.
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NEXT DESTINATION: NFL Teams Interested in him with Many Coaches saying ‘a lot of positive things’ about Spencer Rattler

NEXT DESTINATION: NFL Teams Interested in him with Many Coaches saying ‘a lot of positive things’ about Spencer Rattler
If you’re judging Spencer Rattler based on his winless record as a rookie, you’re taking the wrong approach.
Yes, winning games is the obvious objective, but it’s important to look beyond the record when evaluating a player. That’s what coaches around the league are doing, and per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, NFL coaches like what they see from the New Orleans Saints rookie.
Rich Eisen asked Pelissero about Kellen Moore’s noncommittal answer on Derek Carr earlier this week. Peliserro began speaking about Carr’s contract before quickly pivoting to the rookie’s performance.
“A ton of coaches watched Saints tape this offseason because they had a head coaching vacancy, and people are studying the roster. I heard a lot of positive things from those coaches about Spencer Rattler,” he said.
They saw “a guy who looks like he could be a potential future starter in the league.” Reports have surfaced that the Saints front office views Rattler the same way.
When you watch Rattler, he put good things on tape. Being thrust into that position, it can be hard to forget he was a fifth-round pick and was always supposed to take time to develop.
It’s one thing to be thrown into a starting position sooner than he should be, but he wasn’t provided with a strong supporting cast due to injuries. In this situation, flashes are the best you could ask for.
Pellissero recounted a conversation he had prior to the Saints’ “Monday Night Football” game versus the Green Bay Packers. He asked a staffer about how Rattler was doing. The coach told him Rattler was “doing good. He has to meet these guys he’s throwing to tonight.”
The Packers game was probably Rattler’s worst supporting cast, but he was in a similar predicament in most of his starting opportunities. Despite the circumstances, coaches liked what they saw. We’ll have to see if Moore feels the same.
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