ESPN reports that, before announcing his retirement, Derek Carr contacted other teams. He would've played through injury for them, but not the Saints?

Winners of 11 consecutive division titles from 2009-2019, the New England Patriots have spiraled to back-to-back last-place finishes in the AFC East. The Pats have been to one playoff game in the past five seasons and haven't won a postseason tilt since 2018. SEE MORE >>

Drew Brees, second on the NFL's all-time passing yards and touchdowns lists, knows quarterback talent when he sees it. And even though he admitted he hasn't taken a deep dive into film on New Orleans Saints rookie QB Tyler Shough, Brees still likes what he sees.