Saints Cap Moves: Derek Carr restructured, Erik McCoy restructured; J. Williams released; cap space is at -$8,543,537
I have a feeling they’re going with option C and scrambling for a QB next year.
You think this move makes it more likely we move up to take Ward?
Lets look at it this way.
Last year, the Saints didn't ask Carr to take a paycut. They restructured and were happy to pay him at that rate. This year, after their 2nd season w/ him, were unwilling to pay him at that price and approached about a paycut.
If they were unwilling to pay him at this rate this year they DEFINITELY won't be willing to pay him next year...he's as good as gone.
If that's the case you have to have a sure fire answer. The only way Rattler confirms he's the guy is if he gets an opportunity to, and if things go well w/ Carr he wont.
The only thing that makes you feel comfortable about your QB room in 2026 is if you draft a high round QB this year. AKA....you have to have your Penix on the roster.
Ward is a real possibility and I'd be completely ok w/ it even though I'm fond of giving Rattler more opportunity.