India, May 11 -- The New Orleans Saints have made a plan to identify their quarterback starter after Derek Carr's shocking retirement. With rookie Tyler Shough, Spencer Rattler, and Jake Haener in the run for the job, head coach Kellen Moore said he wants to keep the field open. So, Shough, who was being touted as No. 1 for the job, might still have to prove himself before the season starts. Saints also have an option of QB shopping, getting a free agent as big as Aaron Rodgers to their roster. But that seems unlikely at the moment.

Derek Carr, who had been New Orleans' mainstay since 2023, was nursing a shoulder injury. The 34-year-old reportedly underwent treatment and rehabilitation sessions, but his participation in the 2025 season w...