ANALYSIS

On March 6, 2023, Carr signed with the Saints on a four-year contract worth $150 million

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr started all 17 games despite, at different parts of the season, suffering two concussions, a sprained AC joint in his right (throwing) shoulder and fractured ribs. Carr completed 375 of 548 passes (68.4 percent) for 3,878 yards and 25 touchdowns, with eight interceptions. He came on strong down the stretch, completing 114 of 154 passes (74 percent) for 1,117 yards and 14 touchdowns, with two interceptions, as the Saints won four of their final five games to raise their record to 9-8. It was the fourth-most touchdowns and second-fewest interceptions Carr has thrown in a season.

BEST GAME OF DEREK CARR’S 2023 NFL SEASON:

His best was reserved for last. In the season finale, Carr completed 22 of 28 passes for 264 yards and a season-high four touchdowns, which were split among three receivers, as the Saints defeated division rival Atlanta 48-17.