Saints seek QB clarity, eye potential Cousins trade

The New Orleans Saints face significant uncertainty at quarterback ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, with starter Derek Carr's shoulder injury potentially impacting his availability for the season. General Manager Mickey Loomis has confirmed the injury but declined to provide additional details, stating the team is awaiting further clarity before making decisions. The Saints recently restructured Carr's contract, resulting in a large cap hit and limiting their flexibility at the position. While speculation has linked the Saints to potential trades for veteran quarterbacks like Kirk Cousins, such a move is considered unlikely, especially given divisional rivalries and Cousins' reluctance to join a team with a young quarterback. The team holds the ninth overall draft pick and could consider selecting a quarterback, but the current draft class is viewed as weak and the Saints appear hesitant to use a first-round pick at the position. The situation leaves New Orleans with major questions as they enter the draft and a new era under head coach Kellen Moore.