NFL Star Derek Carr Retires Due to Career-Ending Injury

Derek Carr's Unexpected Retirement: Injury Forces NFL Star to Walk Away From $40 Million. New Orleans, LA – In a surprising turn of events, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has announced his retirement from the NFL. The decision comes as a result of a significant right shoulder injury, diagnosed as a labral tear and degenerative changes to his rotator cuff. While Carr was slated to receive a $10 million roster bonus and a $30 million salary in 2025, the injury made continuing his career impossible. "The scans objectively determined that continuing to play would risk further damage," a source close to Carr stated. Despite the financial implications, Carr's decision prioritizes his long-term health. This unexpected retirement marks the end of a successful NFL career for Carr, who has accumulated nearly $200 million in earnings. The Saints organization expressed their support for Carr's decision, acknowledging the gravity of his injury.