Derek Carr Looks Sharp At Second Saints Minicamp Practice

Derek Carr Looks Sharp At Second Saints Minicamp Practice

Joe Woods teaching Saints corners drills at Saints minicamp. / John Hendrix

The Saints offense had another good outing overall on Wednesday at minicamp, and we saw a change at who backed up Derek Carr as well.

By John Hendrix - Saints News Network | SI

It was no secret heading into the 2024 offseason that the New Orleans Saints desperately needed to improve their offensive line. Easily the worst unit on the team and one of the worst in the league, their putrid performance often handcuffed what the offense was able to do on a weekly basis.

The Saints ranked 14th in total yardage last year, which isn't bad but not up to the level of talent on the team. New Orleans quarterbacks were sacked 35 times, but often under heavy duress. The running game ranked a lowly 21st, with a 3.6 average per carry that was next to last in the league.

Since the end of the season, the Saints lost G/T Andrus Peat to free agency and G James Hurst to retirement. Starting RT Ryan Ramczyk may miss the entire year with knee issues that could force his retirement. Trevor Penning, a first-round pick in 2022, was benched early last season for poor play and could be switched from left tackle to right tackle.

The Saints added OT Taliese Fuaga with their first round choice in this year's draft. Former starters Shane Lemieux, Lucas Patrick, and Oli Udoh were brought in as free agents. Additionally, 2023 fourth-round pick Nick Saldiveri is the early favorite to replace Hurst at left guard. ...

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ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):

> Brandon Thomas: Hurry-up: Key points to get you up to speed on Tuesday's minicamp practice

ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:

> New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young upbeat, trending in right direction

> Demario Davis, Derek Carr seek to spark change with a Night of Worship

> Five Things to Know About the Saints for Wednesday, June 12 | Gameday Playbook

> Saints Morning Break for Wednesday, June 12

OTHER SOURCES:

BRProud > New Orleans Saints’ Marshon Lattimore eager to prove he’s the top cornerback in NFL

> AtoZ Sports: UFL star tight end Sal Cannella working out for the New Orleans Saints during mandatory minicamp

> Bleacher Report: Jimmy Graham Says He's 'Not Sure Yet' on NFL Retirement, Will Reach Out to Saints

> AtoZ Sports: Saints QB Derek Carr reportedly looking great in new offense under OC Klint Kubiak

> AtoZ Sports: Saints star officially clears the air regarding false trade rumors

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https://www.wdsu.com/article/its-ma...pete-werner-on-klint-kubiaks-offense/61089782

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https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/news/new-orleans-work-out-star-ufl-tight-end

https://www.wlox.com/2024/06/12/new-orleans-saints-kick-off-mandatory-minicamp/

https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/jimmy-graham-make-retirement-decision-based-saints/story?id=111057759

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https://www.al.com/sports/2024/06/n...-mckinstry-to-be-ready-for-training-camp.html

https://www.audacy.com/wwl/local-sp...e-no-timeline-for-ryan-ramczyks-injury-return

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PODCASTS & VIDEO:

.. Nick Saldiveri on Improving Technique, New Scheme | Saints Minicamp 6/12/2024

.. 2024 New Orleans Saints Minicamp Practice Report 6/12/24

.. Jake Haener on Comfort in New Offense, Heading into Year 2 | Saints Minicamp 6/12/2024

.. New Orleans Saints Minicamp Highlights 6/12/2024

.. Pete Werner talks linebacker competition with Willie Gay Jr. and going against the new offense

.. New Orleans Saints Minicamp Observations From Wednesday's Practice

.. New Orleans Saints Marshon Lattimore, Derek Carr Show Out Big In Minicamp Day 2

.. Spencer Rattler Post practice interview | Saints Mini Camp Day 2

.. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS HIGHLIGHTS | DAY 2 MINI CAMP| DEREK CARR, ALVIN KAMARA, CHRIS OLAVE, & MORE

.. Saints offense at Mini-camp

.. New Orleans Saints Minicamp 2024 Media Availability 6/12/24

.. Saints Day 2 minicamp takeaways: Rattler climbs up with 2s & Willie Gay flashes the wheels

.. Saints HC Dennis Allen talks Saints 2017 draft class impact, Alontae Taylor injury and more

.. Will Saints Sign Former Falcons, Bucs WR Russell Gage After Tryout? | New Orleans Roster News

.. Saints DC Joe Woods talks Marshon Lattimore's mindset

.. Saints Minicamp News LIVE: Marshon Lattimore Is COMMITTED

.. New Orleans Saints Defense Must Stand Strong Against Improved Offense As Minicamp Rolls On

.. Stars aligned: Marshon Lattimore and Alvin Kamara return to Saints practice

.. Marshon Lattimore and Alvin Kamara clear the air in their return to practice

.. New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan joins the final episode of 'NFL Total Access'

.. Dattitude (250): Kamara and Lattimore back for Saints

.. What a New Saints Offense Means for Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and Taysom Hill | Saints Now Reaction

.. Kamara, Lattimore return for Saints Minicamp; Carr continues to shine

.. Marshon Lattimore Shuts Down Trade Rumors, Alvin Kamara Talks New Saints Offense

.. Saints Minicamp Takeaways: Impact Players Return to the Mix

.. Rookie to Rising Star: Isaiah Foskey's Offseason Transformation

.. State of the Saints Podcast | Saints Mandatory Minicamp Update

.. Saints Mini Camp Day 1 Highlights

.. Is Dennis Allen the worst coach in the NFL???

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