Saints rule out QB Derek Carr, RB Alvin Kamara for Monday night game at Green Bay
2 days, 19 hours ago

Saints rule out QB Derek Carr, RB Alvin Kamara for Monday night game at Green Bay

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The New Orleans Saints won’t have quarterback Derek Carr or running back Alvin Kamara available for Monday night’s game at Green Bay. Carr hasn’t practiced since injuring his left hand during New Orleans’ 14-11 victory over the New York Giants on Dec. 8. Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi said Thursday that Kamara’s injury is “a little bit more significant” than the team initially thought. Bullard also didn’t play in Green Bay’s last game, a 30-13 victory at Seattle.

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Saints’ Alvin Kamara unlikely to play, Spencer Rattler set to start vs. Packers
5 days, 18 hours ago

Saints’ Alvin Kamara unlikely to play, Spencer Rattler set to start vs. Packers

New York Times  

The New Orleans Saints have taken another hit to their offense as running back Alvin Kamara is unlikely to play Monday in Week 16 against the Packers in Green Bay with a groin injury, interim coach Darren Rizzi said Thursday. Meanwhile, Rizzi said rookie Spencer Rattler once again will start at quarterback for the injured Derek Carr if Carr is …

Saints choose Jake Haener to start in Derek Carr’s place against Washington, AP source says
1 week, 4 days ago

Saints choose Jake Haener to start in Derek Carr’s place against Washington, AP source says

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Saints have decided to start second-year quarterback Jake Haener against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, a person familiar with the situation said Thursday night. The decision, first reported by the New Orleans Football website, indicates the Saints have deemed starter Derek Carr too injured to play this week. On Wednesday, interim Saints coach Darren …

Saints QB situation remains cloudy as matchup with Washington nears
1 week, 5 days ago

Saints QB situation remains cloudy as matchup with Washington nears

Associated Press  

— If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who’ll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he’s not ready to share that information. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday’s practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We’re not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who …

The Saints are making contingency plans to play without QB Derek Carr as they try to stay alive
2 weeks ago

The Saints are making contingency plans to play without QB Derek Carr as they try to stay alive

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Saints quarterback Derek Carr was willing to risk his health to improve New Orleans’ chances of playing meaningful football in mid-December. Now the Saints, who’ve remained mathematically alive in the playoff race by winning three of four, might have to play without Carr again — and it didn’t go well the last time. Saints interim coach Darren …

Bresee blocks potential tying FG and Saints hold on to beat Giants 14-11 after Carr is injured
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Bresee blocks potential tying FG and Saints hold on to beat Giants 14-11 after Carr is injured

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New Orleans Saints took two leaps against the New York Giants. “It keeps us in the mix,” Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi said after winning for the third time in four games since replacing Dennis Allen. “He’s just trying to win and in a game like that, a first down or two and you put …

Saints QB Derek Carr injures left hand on dive in 4th quarter of win over Giants
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Saints QB Derek Carr injures left hand on dive in 4th quarter of win over Giants

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr injured his left hand late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 14-11 victory over the New York Giants when he went airborne while trying for a first down and crashed to the turf. Carr tried to leap over a Giants tackler and landed at the New Orleans 39-yard line, extending …

Saints Look to Draw Momentum from Carr's Return and End Six-Game Losing Skid in Rematch vs. Panthers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Saints Look to Draw Momentum from Carr's Return and End Six-Game Losing Skid in Rematch vs. Panthers

Associated Press  

The New Orleans Saints look to bounce back against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday after a six-game losing skid. Despite Derek Carr's return, the Saints have a chance to get back on track against the NFL-worst Panthers. Carr will look to exploit Carolina's leaky secondary, but he is trying to avoid taking on an outsized role in an offense that …

Carr's Performance Key to Determine Saints' Success
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Carr's Performance Key to Determine Saints' Success

Associated Press  

The New Orleans Saints look to slow down Derek Carr, who’s expected to start after missing 3 games with injury. Carr was outstanding in New Orleans’ Week 1 win against Carolina, completing 19 of 23 passes for 200 yards and three touchdowns as the Saints built a 30-0 first half lead and cruised to a victory. He faces a Carolina …

Payton Triumphs in Emotional Return to New Orleans, Broncos Dominate Saints in Thrilling Game
2 months ago

Payton Triumphs in Emotional Return to New Orleans, Broncos Dominate Saints in Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Denver Broncos dominated the New Orleans Saints 33-10 in a thrilling matchup. Sean Payton made a triumphant return to New Orleans, leading the Broncos to victory with his team dominating statistically. The Broncos gained 389 yards to 271 while forcing the Saints to turn the ball over five times. The game was a testament to Payton's coaching prowess and …

Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Leaves Game Against Packers After Concussion
2 months, 1 week ago

Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Leaves Game Against Packers After Concussion

Associated Press  

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. left Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers because of a concussion. Harrison tried to get up after the second-quarter incompletion, but appeared to stumble. He then headed into the injury tent on the sideline and eventually walked into the tunnel. Early in the second half, the Cardinals ruled him out for the …

Chiefs move to 5-0 as Saints’ offensive woes continue: Key takeaways
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chiefs move to 5-0 as Saints’ offensive woes continue: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Nate Taylor, Larry Holder and Jenna West Saints vs. Chiefs live updates: Highlights, analysis, how to watch and TV channel The Kansas City Chiefs’ undefeated season improved to 5-0 in a 26-13 win over the New Orleans Saints at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night. GO DEEPER Saints' Carr out multiple games with oblique injury Smith-Schuster steps up for Chiefs …

Carr’s Saints visit Prescott’s Cowboys just as pursuit of playoff redemption starts for both QBs
3 months, 1 week ago

Carr’s Saints visit Prescott’s Cowboys just as pursuit of playoff redemption starts for both QBs

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott can’t get the Cowboys deep enough in the playoffs. “I’m worried about beating Derek Carr right now, Derek Carr and the Saints,” Prescott said. “You don’t give a guy that size contract without feeling pretty good about him,” Allen said. “And so it’s about getting that taste out of our mouths and giving our home …

Derek Carr and the Saints rout the Panthers 47-10 in Klint Kubiak’s play-calling debut
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Derek Carr and the Saints rout the Panthers 47-10 in Klint Kubiak’s play-calling debut

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — It took Derek Carr and the Saints’ new offense one series to produce a touchdown on an explosive play — and one half to score 30 points. “It’s a long year.” Franchise history The Saints were founded in 1967 and Taylor became the first New Orleans defensive back to record as many as three sacks in a …

Derek Carr leads 95-yard touchdown drive, but Saints fall 16-10 to 49ers
4 months ago

Derek Carr leads 95-yard touchdown drive, but Saints fall 16-10 to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Derek Carr and the New Orleans starting offense finally got going with an efficient 95-yard touchdown drive against San Francisco’s backup defenders but the 49ers beat the Saints 16-10 on Sunday night. It definitely felt nice to do that.” Joshua Dobbs ran for a TD and Jake Moody kicked three field goals for the 49ers, who …

Derek Carr passes for 4 TDs, Saints rout Falcons but miss playoffs when Packers win
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Derek Carr passes for 4 TDs, Saints rout Falcons but miss playoffs when Packers win

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Derek Carr and the New Orleans Saints’ offense produced when they had to — and when they didn’t. New Orleans final touchdown — a 1-yard run by Jamaal Williams out of a formation usually used to take a knee and run out the clock — ruffled Falcons feathers and upset Allen, too. “We didn’t stop them the …

Kamara out, Miller back for Saints vs. Falcons; Atlanta rules out Heinicke
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Kamara out, Miller back for Saints vs. Falcons; Atlanta rules out Heinicke

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been ruled out for New Orleans’ regular-season finale on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. Meanwhile, Atlanta ruled out quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who’d recently taken over as starter but injured his ankle last week and had been listed as questionable after practicing on a limited basis this week. Kamara, who injured his …

Sam LaPorta has career day for Lions, Saints QB Derek Carr hurt as Detroit wins 33-28
1 year ago

Sam LaPorta has career day for Lions, Saints QB Derek Carr hurt as Detroit wins 33-28

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — For a rookie tight end from a college program not known for its offensive prowess, Sam LaPorta has been a quick study in the NFL and is playing a prominent role in what could be a special season for the Detroit Lions. “Any time you have a concussion, it’s concerning,” Saints coach Dennis Allen said, adding that …

Saints QB Derek Carr under increasing scrutiny as the Lions invade the Superdome
1 year ago

Saints QB Derek Carr under increasing scrutiny as the Lions invade the Superdome

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — The Saints’ sizeable investment in Derek Carr is looking more like a liability lately. Allen said that while the offense functions well much of the time, “the one critical area that continues to crop up is we’re not scoring enough touchdowns.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “And we’ll …

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — This latest stop in Minnesota on Joshua Dobbs’ seven-year, seven-team NFL journey has become his most eventful experience in less than two weeks. “It’s just been really cool being able to take it all in.” After an injury to Jaren Hall pressed Dobbs into action in Atlanta without any prior work with the first team offense, the former …

Saints QB Derek Carr leaves game vs. Vikings; Winston rallies team and then throws late INTs
1 year, 1 month ago

Saints QB Derek Carr leaves game vs. Vikings; Winston rallies team and then throws late INTs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has been one of the NFL’s most durable QBs in his 10 years. After being forced out of Sunday’s game at Minnesota because of a shoulder injury and a concussion that came from a jarring hit by two Vikings defenders, Carr’s status going forward is uncertain. “It’s obviously a tough situation to …

Kamara becomes Saints’ career TD leader, Carr throws 2 TDs in 34-0 rout over Patriots
1 year, 2 months ago

Kamara becomes Saints’ career TD leader, Carr throws 2 TDs in 34-0 rout over Patriots

Associated Press  

— Alvin Kamara told the Saints coaching staff he wanted to touch the football more this week. Kamara rushed for a touchdown to become the Saints’ career TD leader, Derek Carr had two scoring passes and New Orleans routed the New England Patriots 34-0 on Sunday. “We’ve got to start over and find a way to get back on track.” …

With Saints’ offense continuing to struggle, coach Dennis Allen rules out staff changes
1 year, 2 months ago

With Saints’ offense continuing to struggle, coach Dennis Allen rules out staff changes

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Saints’ brass expected their $150 million investment in Derek Carr to pay off in the form of enhanced production from a proven set of skill players around him. That dropped New Orleans’ scoring average to 15.5 points per game, tied for fourth lowest in the NFL before Monday night’s game. I understand everyone’s frustration …

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9
1 year, 2 months ago

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Baker Mayfield might have landed with the right team at the right time. Mayfield threw three touchdown passes for Tampa Bay, Derek Carr’s surprise return from a shoulder injury did little to help New Orleans’ anemic offense, and the Buccaneers beat the Saints 26-9 on Sunday. He’s been a great fit for us,” said receiver Chris Godwin, …

As Alvin Kamara returns, Saints adjust to life without Derek Carr
1 year, 2 months ago

As Alvin Kamara returns, Saints adjust to life without Derek Carr

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Just as Saints star running back Alvin Kamara returns from his suspension, New Orleans is dealing with a shoulder injury to starting quarterback Derek Carr. Saints coach Dennis Allen couldn’t say Monday how soon Carr might return, describing the 10th-year quarterback’s status as “week to week.” “We dodged a bullet there in terms of anything of real …

Saints’ Derek Carr getting evaluated for shoulder injury after loss to Packers
1 year, 2 months ago

Saints’ Derek Carr getting evaluated for shoulder injury after loss to Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr was being evaluated after hurting his shoulder when he was sacked in the third quarter of an 18-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The Saints got outscored 18-0 without him, though backup Jameis Winston drove New Orleans into scoring position before Blake Grupe’s 46-yard field-goal attempt sailed …

Saints QB Derek Carr week to week with shoulder injury, coach Dennis Allen says
1 year, 3 months ago

Saints QB Derek Carr week to week with shoulder injury, coach Dennis Allen says

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Saints vs. Jaguars on Thursday Night Football. New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is week to week with a sprained AC joint, head coach Dennis Allen told reporters Monday. Here’s what you need to know: Carr left Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers in the third quarter after he was sacked by defensive …

Packers’ Love faces big challenge from a stingy Saints defense in his 1st regular-season home start
1 year, 3 months ago

Packers’ Love faces big challenge from a stingy Saints defense in his 1st regular-season home start

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love’s first regular-season home start has him attempting something nobody has accomplished over the last 10½ months. They have some really good pressure packages on third down, but I think they’ve got a good front that gets a lot of pressure home just with four, and then they play some good …

Derek Carr’s New Orleans debut is a success as the Saints edge the Titans 16-15
1 year, 3 months ago

Derek Carr’s New Orleans debut is a success as the Saints edge the Titans 16-15

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — After taking four sacks, throwing an interception and being flattened by a forearm to the face, a sore but determined Derek Carr pulled out the kind of finish he wanted in his New Orleans Saints debut. That’s all I wanted to do,” said Carr, who spent his first nine seasons with the Raiders before coming to New …

Saints open Derek Carr era looking to end two-year playoff absence
1 year, 3 months ago

Saints open Derek Carr era looking to end two-year playoff absence

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS EXPECTATIONS: The Saints are looking to avoid missing the playoffs for a third straight season and appear confident they can contend in the NFC South following some key roster moves and the healthy return of star players who were injured much of last season. New Orleans also returns prominent players to a defense that was the NFL’s …

Saints QB Carr getting to know new teammates better with cross-country trip
1 year, 4 months ago

Saints QB Carr getting to know new teammates better with cross-country trip

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Even though Derek Carr continues to get acclimated playing for his new team, Thursday seemed like old times for the veteran quarterback. You get more regular season type of looks in a joint practice than you would in a preseason game.” The training camp cross-country trip is also allowing Carr to get to know his new …

Saints’ Kamara suspended for 3 games, apologizes for role in 2022 fight, thanks Goodell for meeting
1 year, 4 months ago

Saints’ Kamara suspended for 3 games, apologizes for role in 2022 fight, thanks Goodell for meeting

Associated Press  

— Saints star running back Alvin Kamara and Colts defensive back Chris Lammons each have been suspended for three regular-season games by the NFL because of their involvement in a February 2022 fight in Las Vegas. From here, I just got to make the right decisions and make the right choices.” Noting that he was out at 5 a.m. when …

Saints’ Alvin Kamara excused from practice to meet with NFL commissioner Goodell
1 year, 4 months ago

Saints’ Alvin Kamara excused from practice to meet with NFL commissioner Goodell

Associated Press  

— New Orleans Saints star running back Alvin Kamara was excused from practice on Wednesday so he could meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in New York to discuss a recently settled criminal case stemming from a February 2022 fight in Las Vegas. “We’ll let the process play and then we’ll react to whatever decisions are made.” Allen and general …

Saints’ Kamara pleads no contest to misdemeanor in man’s beating at Las Vegas club
1 year, 5 months ago

Saints’ Kamara pleads no contest to misdemeanor in man’s beating at Las Vegas club

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara pleaded no contest Tuesday to a misdemeanor and agreed to pay medical costs for a man who was beaten into unconsciousness at a Las Vegas nightclub the weekend before the 2022 NFL Pro Bowl, authorities said. “Alvin is pleased that this matter is behind him and looks forward to a …

Former Raiders quarterback Derek Carr agrees to four-year contract with Saints
1 year, 9 months ago

Former Raiders quarterback Derek Carr agrees to four-year contract with Saints

LA Times  

Former Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has agreed to a four-year contract with the New Orleans Saints, a person familiar with the agreement has told the Associated Press. Former Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has agreed to a four-year contract with the New Orleans Saints, a person familiar with the agreement said Monday. Las Vegas needed to trade or release him by …

NFL’s Kamara, Lammons plead not guilty in Vegas assault case
1 year, 9 months ago

NFL’s Kamara, Lammons plead not guilty in Vegas assault case

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara and three other men pleaded not guilty Thursday in Nevada to charges they beat a man unconscious at a Las Vegas Strip nightclub before the NFL’s 2022 Pro Bowl. “At no point during this attack did Greene hit, punch or push Kamara or any of his associates,” Las Vegas police …

AP source: Derek Carr turns down trade offer to Saints
1 year, 10 months ago

AP source: Derek Carr turns down trade offer to Saints

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Quarterback Derek Carr turned down a trade offer from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New Orleans Saints, a person with knowledge of the decision said Sunday. That person said Carr wouldn’t accept a pay cut to help finalize the deal, and the Saints were the only team interested in making a trade with the Raiders. Given …

AP sources: Derek Carr to visit Saints on Wednesday
1 year, 10 months ago

AP sources: Derek Carr to visit Saints on Wednesday

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr will visit the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, two people with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday. One person termed the visit as “exploratory in nature.” Ian Rapoport of NFL Network was the first to report Carr’s trip. Saints coach Dennis Allen was the Raiders’ coach when the club selected Carr in the second …

Saints ride Kamara’s 3 TDs, defense to 24-0 win over Raiders
2 years, 1 month ago

Saints ride Kamara’s 3 TDs, defense to 24-0 win over Raiders

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Saints running back Alvin Kamara has his teammates’ attention as he explores the bounds of his leadership in his first season wearing a captain’s “C” on his jersey. The sixth-year running back demanded better from everyone in a speech to the team following a mistake-filled Oct. 20 loss at Arizona and followed that up by saying publicly …

Packers’ Watkins, Bucs’ Godwin ruled out for Sunday’s game
2 years, 3 months ago

Packers’ Watkins, Bucs’ Godwin ruled out for Sunday’s game

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa Bay’s Tom Brady and Green Bay’s Aaron Rodgers will be working without some of their top receivers Sunday when the seven-time Super Bowl winner and four-time MVP face off. The injury report released Friday ruled Green Bay’s Sammy Watkins and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin out for Sunday’s game at Tampa. Tampa Bay’s Russell Gage, Julio Jones …

Mike Evans, Marshon Lattimore ejected as Buccaneers beat Saints in heated meeting
2 years, 3 months ago

Mike Evans, Marshon Lattimore ejected as Buccaneers beat Saints in heated meeting

New York Times  

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense had an outstanding fourth quarter to help secure a 20-10 win against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Thanks in no small part to three fourth-quarter interceptions by the Buccaneers defense off Saints quarterback Jameis Winston, Tampa Bay scored 20 unanswered points en route to the victory. Tampa’s fourth-quarter scoring run came after Buccaneers receiver …

Saints’ Alvin Kamara arrested on battery charge in Las Vegas
2 years, 10 months ago

Saints’ Alvin Kamara arrested on battery charge in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — After playing in the Pro Bowl on Sunday, Saints running back Alvin Kamara was arrested and accused of beating someone the night before in a Las Vegas nightclub. Kamara had four catches for 23 yards for the NFC in the game, then was taken into custody and booked at the Clark County Detention Center on charges of …

Saints frustrate Brady again, beat SB champ Buccaneers 9-0
3 years ago

Saints frustrate Brady again, beat SB champ Buccaneers 9-0

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Nobody hounds Tom Brady like the New Orleans Saints. Cameron Jordan and the New Orleans defense gave Brady fits again, shutting down Tampa Bay’s high-powered offense Sunday night as the Saints put the Buccaneers’ division-title celebration plans on hold with a 9-0 victory over the reigning Super Bowl champions. We’re not going to win scoring no points.” …

Buccaneers vs Saints: Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay stunned by New Orleans
3 years, 1 month ago

Buccaneers vs Saints: Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay stunned by New Orleans

CNN  

CNN — It feels like, in the regular season at least, that the New Orleans Saints have Tom Brady’s number. The legendary quarterback has now lost his last three regular season games against New Orleans since his move to Florida after the Saints beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-27 on Sunday. “I don’t want to say, until I have a …

Saints again rode Kamara’s dynamism to a needed victory
3 years, 1 month ago

Saints again rode Kamara’s dynamism to a needed victory

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — When the New Orleans Saints keep trying different ways to get the ball to dynamic running back Alvin Kamara, chances are he’ll eventually do something that turns a game in their favor. Indeed, most of the Saints’ available receiving targets didn’t consistently produce in a game that saw six New Orleans possessions end in punts and one …

Winston, Saints, overcome displacement, pound Packers 38-3
3 years, 3 months ago

Winston, Saints, overcome displacement, pound Packers 38-3

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jameis Winston and the hurricane-displaced Saints looked right at home in northeast Florida — no doubt to the delight of fans rebuilding homes and lives back in New Orleans. Winston passed for five touchdowns, New Orleans intercepted reigning NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers twice, and the Saints kicked off the post-Drew Brees era with a strikingly dominant 38-3 …

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