Derek Carr Open to Return, Lacks NFL Team Interest

Derek Carr, the retired New Orleans Saints quarterback, expressed openness to an NFL return last month but has yet to attract interest from teams, according to league sources. The 34-year-old four-time Pro Bowler, who stepped away from the game after the 2024 season due to a shoulder injury, stated he would only unretire for a legitimate Super Bowl contender where he could compete at full health.

Carr made the comments during an appearance on his "Home Grown" podcast in mid-February, emphasizing that any comeback would require the right fit. "Would I do it? Yes. Would I do it for anybody? Absolutely not," he said. "I'd have to be healthy and I'd want a chance to win a Super Bowl. And obviously, that's a tough thing to find." He added that he has already turned down a few opportunities that did not align with those criteria, indicating he has regained his strength after offseason rehabilitation.

The Saints still hold Carr's contract rights, placing him on their retired reserve list. Any team pursuing him would need to negotiate a trade with New Orleans, but reports indicate the club has received no inquiries through the first week of free agency or during Scouting Combine week....