Derek Carr, who has had a mixed performance since entering the NFL in 2014 with only TWO winning seasons and a career 17 games under .500, is currently under a contract with the New Orleans Saints that includes a guaranteed base salary of $30 million for the 2024 season and $100 million in guaranteed money overall. Despite the Saints' need to upgrade at quarterback, Carr's contract presents a significant challenge due to a full no-trade clause and the team's limited cap space. Last season, the Raiders benched Carr to avoid a $40 million commitment, but the Saints are already committed to an additional $40 million for Carr. His performance this season includes 3,417 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, 8 interceptions, a 93.6 passer rating, and a 7-8 record, which has led to questions about his future with the team and whether he can be 'the guy', considering he has only had one season with 30 TD passes.
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Since entering the NFL in 2014, Derek Carr has - TWO winning seasons as a starter - Career 17 games under .500 - One 30 TD pass season Yet, the Saints felt compelled to hand him $100 million in guaranteed money. What has Carr EVER done to make you think he can be the guy? https://t.co/UOJAdyLlkT
Last year at this time, the Raiders benched Derek Carr to avoid owing him $40 million. This year, the Saints are already on the hook to Carr for another $40 million. Will they look for a potential way out in 2024? https://t.co/NG251TQ58P
Here's what I wrote about the Saints QB situation for 2024 in my column today. With a full no-trade clause and $30 million guaranteed next year, don't think Derek Carr's going anywhere unless he wants to. https://t.co/1xZXWHoSIA
Derek Carr has a guaranteed $30 million base salary in 2024. The Saints are a team that should be looking to upgrade at quarterback in the offseason, but his salary and their lack of cap space means they're stuck with him.