Derek Carr's tenure as a New Orleans Saint was defined by the damage he took. He was an injury report mainstay in his first season, managing to start every week in 2023. He was less fortunate in 2024; his 10 games played were the fewest in a single season of his 11-year NFL career.

The Saints signed undrafted quarterback Hunter Dekkers from Iowa Western and Iowa State on Monday pending a physical, per Saints reporter Mike Triplett. Dekkers tried out for a spot during the Saints' rookie minicamp this past week.

How long will the honeymoon period last for both Coach Kellen Moore and his rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, and will team bring in a vet QB?

In the draft, the New Orleans Saints selected Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough early in the second round. He joins a young and unproven quarterback room that includes second-year signal-caller Spencer Rattler and third-year pro Jake Haener.

With Derek Carr walking away and Tyler Shough stepping in, the Saints face a grim 2025 outlook as questionable draft decisions and a shaky QB room threaten to derail the franchise.