Earlier this week, reports emerged that retired quarterback Derek Carr is contemplating a return to the NFL. Carr stepped away from the game after a challenging 2024 season marked by injuries. However, insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, and Mike Garafolo indicate that he may be considering a comeback.
The New York Jets are among the teams linked to Carr as they actively seek a new starting quarterback this offseason. The speculation intensified following the Jets’ recent hiring of Bill Musgrave as their quarterbacks coach. Musgrave previously served as Carr’s offensive coordinator during some of his most successful years with the Oakland Raiders.
In a twist of fate, an old clip surfaced from Carr’s podcast with his brother, David Carr, where he expressed fondness for the Jets. In a December episode of “Home Grown with David & Derek Carr,” he remarked on his connection with Jets fans, recalling a moment when his performance inadvertently helped the franchise secure a lower draft pick, leading to fan donations to Valley Children’s Hospital in California. “I love Jet fans,” Carr stated. “Thank you for helping the kids.”
With the buzz around Carr’s potential move to the Jets growing louder, fans from both sides are eager to see how this storyline unfolds in the coming weeks. The prospect of Carr rejoining the league, especially with a team that holds a special place in his heart, brings an exciting possibility for the upcoming NFL season.