A massive surprise just two weeks before the NFL Draft. So, now what?
With the NFL Draft less than two weeks away, the New Orleans Saints selection at is extremely unknown. They can go in a number of different directions, and in recent weeks, Sheduer Sanders’ has been attached with the Saints’ pick. This was a bit interesting because we do not know the team’s thoughts on certain QB prospects, but Sanders could be the pick there. However, going away from QB made more sense regarding how the team was built.
Well, breaking news was just released that revealed starting QB Derek Carr is dealing with a new shoulder injury that puts his 2025 season up in the air, per Ian Rapoport.
The #Saints suddenly have a major QB question: Starter Derek Carr is now dealing with a shoulder injury that threatens his availability for this season, sources say.
Carr is weighing options, including the possibility of surgery. pic.twitter.com/QNdc9ipE8P
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 11, 2025
This is significant news for the season, and you have to wonder if Derek Carr’s last game with Saints was against the New York Giants in Week 13 of last season. This also completely changes the outlook of the draft.
The Saints have expressed their belief in Spencer Rattler since drafting him last season, but it is unknown how Kellen Moore feels about the idea of starting the 2nd year quarterback. Now, in the first round, QB is going to be in play at 9. Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart would be the options there. The issue is teams know the Saints need a QB, and now, someone may trade up before their pick and draft Sanders away from New Orleans.
QB has now become the top need for the New Orleans Saints.