New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr announced his retirement, citing his shoulder injury that requires surgery that would knock him out for the 2025 season. And while Carr is still at an age where he could potentially decide to return after a year away from the game if his shoulder fully heals,

Carr: “Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with Heather, I’ve decided to retire from the National Football League.”

The New Orleans Saints wasted no time replacing Derek Carr on their roster.New Orleans announced it would sign controversial undrafted rookie free agent Hunter Dekkers mere days after Carr’s surprise retirement announcement.