The Saints converted a substantial portion of Carr's $30 million in 2025 salary and another $10 million for a roster bonus into a signing bonus.
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Saints Restructure Derek Carr's Contract To Reaffirm That He's The Starter
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Derek Carr is officially QB1 for the Saints.
By John Hendrix - Athlon Sports
Derek Carr is definitely the New Orleans Saints starting QB in 2025.
According to a Saturday report by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garofolo, Carr will get all of the $40 million owed to him this year, and there's no pay cut for him or restructure, but they appeared to have worked it out for salary cap purposes.
This comes as no surprise, as we learned recently and reported that Carr was going to be the team's starter this season. The move will open up around $30 million for the Saints, making a huge dent in their salary cap overage ahead of the new league year. ...
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Underhill: There was some effort to work different things out with Carr, but ultimately, they just do a standard conversion on his contract.
Loomis caved. Yikes.Good for Carr. He had all the leverage.
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Saints, Derek Carr alter contract, signaling QB will remain in New Orleans in 2025, per report
Carr, who will get all his $40M owed in 2025, is reportedly converting most of his salary into a signing bonus
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Derek Carr staying in New Orleans on restructured deal
The Saints will have Derek Carr on their roster in 2025 and likely as their starting quarterback.
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Saints Solidify Derek Carr As Starting Quarterback With Contract Conversion
The Saints solidify Derek Carr as their quarterback by converting his contract.
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Saints restructure contract of center Erik McCoy
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Saints make massive Derek Carr contract move
The Saints will convert most of Derek Carr's money into a signing bonus, being in line to earn $40 million for the 2025 season.
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Sean Payton adds another ex-Saints player to coaching staff
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Saints cornerback Paulson Adebo ranked top-50 among NFL free agents
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Saints tender free agent linebacker Nephi Sewell, bringing him back for the 2025 season
The New Orleans Saints have tendered exclusive rights free agent Nephi Sewell, which will keep him with the team through the 2025 season.
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Lions Re-Sign DE Marcus Davenport
Davenport returning after season-ending injury in 2024.
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> Mike Triplett: Ranking Saints defensive needs: Upgrades and new scheme fits are musts
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> MSN: 4 possible landing spots for New Orleans Saints free agent DE Chase Young
> LouisianaSports.net: Saints restructure Derek Carr’s contract to clear cap space
> WGNO: Saints Connected To Former Bears 9-Time Pro Bowler: 'Worth Keeping An Eye On'
> Bleacher Report: Report: Derek Carr to Remain Saints QB1 After Restructuring Contract for Salary Cap
> AtoZ Sports: New Orleans Saints confirm suspicion regarding Derek Carr's future at QB for Kellen Moore's team
> LouisianaSports.net: Saints’ Next Moves: Restructures, Pay Cuts, and Free Agency
> WGNO: Saints Could Strike Gold By Signing Ex-Notre Dame Lineman With 'Upside'
> Sporting News: Saints make decision on 4-time Pro Bowler's contract amid salary cap issues
> LouisianaSports.net: Saints embrace innovation with new coaching staff additions
> MSN: Saints position group season review: Offensive Line
> TheScore: Report: Saints rework Carr deal to free up cap space, commit to QB for '25
> MSN: B/R: Saints should grab Trevor Penning's potential replacement on Day 3 of the NFL draft
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The Saints are restructuring Derek Carr's contract to open up $30.9 million in 2025 cap space, according to a source.
Continue reading...Derek Carr secures full $40M as Saints adjust contract
NEW ORLEANS — Derek Carr won’t be lowering his salary. Instead, the Saints are adjusting his contract, freeing up about $30 million and securing his spot as the starting quarterback for 2025, according to the SaintsWire.
The Saints first asked Carr to take a pay cut, but he held firm and secured his full $40 million for the year. However, the restructure lowered his salary cap hit from $51.5 million to roughly $20.5 million, saving the team nearly $31 million. The restructure didn’t require Carr’s approval, as this is a common practice in the league.
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Continue reading...Derek Carr converts salary cap, will stay in New Orleans, per reports
After weeks of speculation on the future of Derek Carr and the New Orleans Saints, the rumors of the veteran signal caller leaving have officially been put to bed.
Carr will be converting most of his nearly $40 million salary into a signing bonus for salary cap purposes.
The news comes after weeks of speculation regarding Carr's future with New Orleans, thanks in large part to the nearly $30 million increase to the league's salary cap.
Carr will look to have a better season after missing half of the season in 2024 with multiple injuries, including a broken hand.
The 11-year veteran...
Continue reading...Carr will be converting most of his nearly $40 million salary into a signing bonus for salary cap purposes.
The news comes after weeks of speculation regarding Carr's future with New Orleans, thanks in large part to the nearly $30 million increase to the league's salary cap.
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The New Orleans Saints have some cap space issues to deal with before making any signings this year, but re-signing or bringing in players on short-term cheap deals can still be done. Paulson Adebo and Chase Young are the two main upcoming Saints free agents, but their contracts will be very pricy for a team trying to rebuild the cap space. The team’s focus could be more on the cheaper players out of contract that could still make an impact next season.
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