New Orleans Saints veteran starting quarterback Derek Carr said he decided to retire because of an injury in his right shoulder.

After 11 NFL seasons, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr announced his retirement. Carr has been dealing with a shoulder injury throughout this offseason, and rather than getting surgery and missing the entire 2025 season, Carr chose to call it a career.

Carr: “Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with Heather, I’ve decided to retire from the National Football League.”