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Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after a touchdown against the New England Patriots in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after a touchdown against the New England Patriots in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Despite the lack of action on the field, the offseason holds excitement on the trade and free-agency fronts. While teams scheme for the most beneficial deals as they begin rebuilding for the next season. One particular QB has been on the lookout for a franchise to call home. But the circumstances surrounding his exit from his previous team weren’t the most positive experiences for either side.
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After spending years with the Las Vegas Raiders, Derek Carr’s departure from the team was less than savory. Benching a veteran quarterback is perhaps more humiliating than one can imagine. Now, the QB is seemingly moving forward. However, reports of what he’s expecting in terms of monetary compensation have raised eyebrows.
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Derek Carr has reportedly settled on the sum he’s expecting from a future franchise
In the last few weeks, Derek Carr has made two trips to visit potential landing spots. The QB headed to New Orleans and New Jersey for talks with the Saints and Jets. According to ESPN’s Diana Russini, Carr has set his expectations.
Rumors: Derek Carr is looking for a contract in the range of $35 million or more per season, says @diannaESPN
That would be a solid deal for any team, considering what franchise quarterbacks are being paid now pic.twitter.com/q98NG5v89Q
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) February 24, 2023
The QB is reportedly looking for a $35 million contract per year. With this figure, Carr would be ranked at nine on the list of the NFL’s highest-paid quarterbacks. While Carr may have suitors who are interested in signing him, the other QBs who are in the same position could drive his price down.
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The QB’s brother Davis Carr, who is a former NFL star, stated that the proceedings of his brother’s future would be a long process. According to him, Derek Carr is going to take a deep dive and look into as many teams in hopes of finding one that is best suited to him. Here’s what the NFL world thinks about the situation.
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Some fans believe that Carr must lower his expectations
After spending nearly a decade with the Raiders, 31-year-old Carr is on the lookout for a team. But his reported asking price has left a part of the NFL world questioning if the QB’s caliber is worth the sum. These fans exclaimed:
That’s a lot for a back up
— Dan Halen (@DanHalen69420) February 24, 2023
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Worth 25 mil tops
— Toilet Clogger (@StinkyToilet69) February 24, 2023
No wonder no one signed him yet.🤣🤣🤣🤣 #backupcaliber
— Kelly Hafeli (@k_hafeli6) February 24, 2023
who does bro think he is😭
— WATSON SZN (8-9)💔 (@WatsonMossWR1) February 24, 2023
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Derek Carr is not worth $35 million he’s a mediocre quarterback
— Tony (@PincheGuwapo) February 24, 2023
But other fans shot to Carr’s defense by saying
That’s a perfect amount per season
— Marino4k (@MarinoForUS) February 24, 2023
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THATS not too crazy
— SSN – NY Jets (@SSN_Jets) February 24, 2023
Bargain
— Montantè (@M0ntante) February 24, 2023
Carr is quite visibly not ready to be forgotten. Despite his unceremonious release from the Raiders, the QB is determined to find a suitable franchise. For one, one thing can be said with certainty. Derek Carr is going to ensure that his free-agency opportunity won’t be in vain.
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