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. ...
Read the Full Story - Athlon Sports
MORE SAINTS RELATED NEWS:
https://saintsreport.com/threads/sa...eased-cap-space-is-at-9-539-537.520385/unread
https://saintsreport.com/threads/un...dard-conversion-on-his-contract.520484/unread
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...ill-remain-in-new-orleans-in-2025-per-report/
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profo...r-staying-in-new-orleans-on-restructured-deal
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints-solidify-derek-carr-starting-quarterback-contract-conversion
https://www.fox8live.com/2025/03/08/saints-restructure-contract-center-erik-mccoy/
https://www.newsbreak.com/college-s...pots-include-chicago-bears-new-orleans-saints
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...30-2-million-tight-end-take-the-chance-colin3
https://www.newsbreak.com/fansided-...son-could-leave-the-saints-for-in-free-agency
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/new-orleans-saints/saints-make-massive-derek-carr-contract-move
https://broncoswire.usatoday.com/st...-hires-ex-player-zach-line-coach/81942987007/
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/saints-cornerback-paulson-adebo-ranked-125515988.html
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/saints-tender-free-agent-linebacker-175514138.html
https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-re-sign-marcus-davenport
ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):
> Mike Triplett: Saints lock in Derek Carr as QB1 with a 'simple' contract restructure
> Mike Triplett: Ranking Saints defensive needs: Upgrades and new scheme fits are musts
ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:
> Morning Break: Saints strategize for upcoming mock draft
OTHER SOURCES:
> Athlon Sports: New Saints Coach Could Help Bring In Pro Bowl Pass Rusher Joey Bosa
> 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
RUMORS & SPECULATION:
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...ade-offense-with-1-319-yard-game-breaker-pat3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...s-projected-20-6-million-powerful-back-colin3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...-projected-12-8-million-solid-receiver-colin3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...ion-super-bowl-guard-pleasant-surprise-colin3
https://motorcyclesports.net/panthe...illion-salary-cap-crisis-and-tough-decisions/
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/marquez-valdes-scantling-contract-prediction-135531896.html
PODCASTS & VIDEO:
.. Quinn Ewers To The Saints?!?!? | Why New Orleans Should ABSOLUTELY Draft Texas Longhorns QB!
.. Saints Restructure Contract Of Derek Carr, Financial Implications and What It Says About New Orleans
.. Is The Paulson Adebo Era Over In New Orleans? | Saints Managing Salary Cap Struggles
..Derek Carr Is BACK! New Orleans Saints News Before NFL Free Agency Starts
.. Saints Block Party Podcast: Derek Carr Is BACK.. But For How Long?! & Impact on Saints FA & Draft
.. Geno Smith Traded to the Raiders for a 2025 3rd-round draft pick
.. BREAKING: Derek Carr and New Orleans Saints Agree to Contract Restructure | James Skrmetta Reacts
.. NEW WR Targets For The Saints Ahead Of NFL Free Agency Ft. DK Metcalf
.. Rebuilding The Saints Into A Contender With 5 BIG Moves
.. PPR LIVE: #Pelicans vs Rockets
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Stephen Lew-Imagn Images / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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. ...
Read the Full Story - Athlon Sports
MORE SAINTS RELATED NEWS:
https://saintsreport.com/threads/sa...eased-cap-space-is-at-9-539-537.520385/unread
https://saintsreport.com/threads/un...dard-conversion-on-his-contract.520484/unread
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...ill-remain-in-new-orleans-in-2025-per-report/
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profo...r-staying-in-new-orleans-on-restructured-deal
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints-solidify-derek-carr-starting-quarterback-contract-conversion
https://www.fox8live.com/2025/03/08/saints-restructure-contract-center-erik-mccoy/
https://www.newsbreak.com/college-s...pots-include-chicago-bears-new-orleans-saints
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...30-2-million-tight-end-take-the-chance-colin3
https://www.newsbreak.com/fansided-...son-could-leave-the-saints-for-in-free-agency
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/new-orleans-saints/saints-make-massive-derek-carr-contract-move
https://broncoswire.usatoday.com/st...-hires-ex-player-zach-line-coach/81942987007/
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/saints-cornerback-paulson-adebo-ranked-125515988.html
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/saints-tender-free-agent-linebacker-175514138.html
https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-re-sign-marcus-davenport
ARTICLES FROM NEWORLEANS.FOOTBALL (PAY SITE - SOME FREE CONTENT):
> Mike Triplett: Saints lock in Derek Carr as QB1 with a 'simple' contract restructure
> Mike Triplett: Ranking Saints defensive needs: Upgrades and new scheme fits are musts
ARTICLES FROM SAINTS OFFICIAL SITE:
> Morning Break: Saints strategize for upcoming mock draft
OTHER SOURCES:
> Athlon Sports: New Saints Coach Could Help Bring In Pro Bowl Pass Rusher Joey Bosa
> 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
RUMORS & SPECULATION:
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...ade-offense-with-1-319-yard-game-breaker-pat3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...s-projected-20-6-million-powerful-back-colin3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...-projected-12-8-million-solid-receiver-colin3
https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/saint...ion-super-bowl-guard-pleasant-surprise-colin3
https://motorcyclesports.net/panthe...illion-salary-cap-crisis-and-tough-decisions/
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/marquez-valdes-scantling-contract-prediction-135531896.html
PODCASTS & VIDEO:
.. Quinn Ewers To The Saints?!?!? | Why New Orleans Should ABSOLUTELY Draft Texas Longhorns QB!.. Saints Restructure Contract Of Derek Carr, Financial Implications and What It Says About New Orleans.. Is The Paulson Adebo Era Over In New Orleans? | Saints Managing Salary Cap Struggles..Derek Carr Is BACK! New Orleans Saints News Before NFL Free Agency Starts .. Saints Block Party Podcast: Derek Carr Is BACK.. But For How Long?! & Impact on Saints FA & Draft.. Geno Smith Traded to the Raiders for a 2025 3rd-round draft pick .. BREAKING: Derek Carr and New Orleans Saints Agree to Contract Restructure | James Skrmetta Reacts.. NEW WR Targets For The Saints Ahead Of NFL Free Agency Ft. DK Metcalf .. Rebuilding The Saints Into A Contender With 5 BIG Moves.. PPR LIVE: #Pelicans vs Rockets> SAINTS DISCUSSION BOARD