The Las Vegas Raiders hoped to turn the tables with their revamp. But the franchise probably had one of its most underwhelming seasons. With the offseason in full swing, the team is already making progress. But their first move was with Derek Carr, as the Black and Silver front granted the quarterback’s wish. It opened a new forum among NFL fans.
The Raiders’ season dropped hard as they failed to stand atop their division. Despite having former collegiate teammates Davante Adams and Derek Carr, the franchise lacked wins. The franchise made crucial developments in the quarterbacks’ division, which could also implement a mega shakeup.
NFL fans buzzing over a probable location for Derek Carr
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The Las Vegas Raiders officially released Derek Carr on Tuesday. The reports are coming just a day after Insider Dov Kleiman dropped the bombshell ahead of the official day. The QB1 got cut before his $40.4 million salary became guaranteed. Since Carr refused a trade, the Raiders had no option other than to cut the four-time Pro Bowl quarterback off the roster.
The boy @derekcarrqb is officially a free agent. Where will he play in 2023? pic.twitter.com/fenyECEfIh
— Bussin' With The Boys 🐺 (@BussinWTB) February 14, 2023
After the mega reveal, the NFL fandom dropped their predictions on what could be Carr’s next spot.
A user shared a photoshopped image indicating Carr’s next location.
Only a matter of time pic.twitter.com/9RrFDHj2QF
— Cruz Oxenreider (@TheRealCruzOx) February 14, 2023
But this user called out Aaron Rodgers, saying it is now his time.
Now bring us the Ayahuasca Kid. #RN4L pic.twitter.com/ZxNqTEd9j3
— 📸✒Bonz' Voyage (@E_Bonzar) February 14, 2023
A Raiders Nation member said Carr would have success working elsewhere than the Raiders.
I’m a raider fan through and through but I’ll tell you what mark my words Carr will have better success going else where than the raiders will.
— Greg Ruloph (@RulophGreg) February 14, 2023
This user claimed Houston as his preferred choice.
Houston
— Huskers X's & O's (@HuskersX) February 15, 2023
But this user said the XFL’s going to be his next league.
XFL
— Ramon Jr. (@RamonRenteria07) February 14, 2023
Another user looks confident that Carr would not land in the same division.
It won't be in our division, that's for sure.
— Keith Zygote (@KeithZygote) February 14, 2023
However, this user claimed Carr may not succeed wherever he heads to next.
Not sure where, but I won’t to see him succeed.
— Steve Waldrop (@waldropsk) February 14, 2023
This user said Tampa Bay would be his next spot.
Tampa
— Tony Foushi (@adfoushi) February 14, 2023
Amidst speculations, which teams would be an ideal choice for Derek Carr?
Does these locations make sense for the quarterback?
With Las Vegas cutting Derek Carr, several QB-hungry teams would be vying for his services. As per NFL.com, four teams make the most sense for the free-agent quarterback. One of them is the New York Jets, who are hunting for a veteran quarterback. While the New Orleans Saints trade did not materialize, Carr may not miss out on joining them.
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Derek Carr landing spots in 2023 (by @Eric_Edholm): Four potential NFL team fits for four-time Pro Bowl QBhttps://t.co/Q3mpalmnoW pic.twitter.com/q4k6HSS9p0
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) February 15, 2023
After the Jets and the Saints, the Carolina Panthers also make sense. The franchise had Baker Mayfield, but his magic failed too. The Tennessee Titans also make sense as they could use some seasoned aid on the QBs division.
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The recently released QB1 has ample time to decide. It is yet to see what would materialize.
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