Derek Carr's retirement signals a significant shift for the New Orleans Saints, who confirmed the decision following revelations of severe damage to his right shoulder. With a labral tear and degenerative rotator cuff injuries, Carr's ability to start was already under scrutiny as the 2025 season approached. Without Carr, the Saints will turn to Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler to compete for the starting quarterback position, with indications favoring Shough as the frontrunner for the majority of the snaps.

This development complicates the Saints' offensive strategy and raises concerns for fantasy managers who had anticipated Carr's potential in 2025. The impact on the receiving corps, including familiar faces like Chris Olave and Michael Thomas, adds another layer of uncertainty as they adjust to a new quarterback. Rattler, if he earns the starting role, could bring a different dynamic to the offense, while Shough’s readiness to take the helm is yet to be fully assessed.