Derek Carr announced his retirement in early May 2025, choosing to give up a $30 million guaranteed salary for the upcoming season while retaining a $10 million roster bonus he had already received. During an appearance on the Dan Patrick Show on September 11, 2025, Carr reflected on the challenge of walking away from guaranteed money but stressed that retiring was the right decision for both himself and the Saints. He described the choice as one rooted in integrity and personal peace, saying: “That part was tough because I didn’t want to have surgery and just sit there and… just take the Saints’ money.”

Derek Carr’s announcement of his retirement in early May 2025 sent shockwaves through the NFL community, leaving fans, analysts, and teammates grappling with the implications of such a significant decision. …

Derek Carr announced his retirement in early May 2025, choosing to give up a $30 million guaranteed salary for the upcoming season while retaining a $10 million roster bonus he had already received. During an appearance on the Dan Patrick Show on September 11, 2025, Carr reflected on the challenge of walking away from guaranteed money but stressed that retiring was the right decision for both himself and the Saints. He described the choice as one rooted in integrity and personal peace, saying: “That part was tough because I didn’t want to have surgery and just sit there and… just take the Saints’ money.” Read More