Derek Carr DVOA, Advanced Stats, & Fantasy Rankings

According to Matthew Paras of The Times-Picayune, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (hand/concussion) is dealing with both a concussion and hand injury and is being treated as both "day-to-day and week-to-week." While Carr was already expected to miss several weeks, this update still leaves the door open for Carr to return sometime later this season. The veteran QB sustained these injuries last weekend during their victory over the New York Giants. While he has not yet been officially ruled out for Week 15's tilt against the Washington Commanders, fantasy managers relying on Carr should look for an alternative option as he will face a tough battle to suit up. While he has battled numerous injuries this season, Carr has tallied 16 total scores across ten games. While sidelined, either Jake Haener or Spencer Rattler will likely operate as the QB1 and should only be deployed in deep Superflex formats.UPDATE: Carr didn't practice on Wednesday.

Per Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (hand) sustained a "significant" fracture in his left hand during Sunday's 14-11 win over the New York Giants. Rapoport noted that Carr will miss multiple weeks with the injury, and it's "almost certainly season-ending." It will be the second time in 2024 that the 33-year-old will miss a stretch of time (abdomen [Weeks 6-8]). According to interim coach Darren Rizzi, the team has no plans to place the Fresno State product on IR -- giving him a chance to make a comeback at some point. Quarterback Jake Haener took over for Carr in Week 14 and projects to be the next man up as it is now. Haener will get a home tilt against the Washington Commanders as his first test.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (hand) finished with 219 yards, one touchdown, and one pick in Sunday's win over the New York Giants. He added two carries for 12 yards. Unfortunately, Carr exited the contest late, with NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reporting that the signal-caller was seen leaving the stadium in a cast. Even worse, there's concern he fractured his non-throwing hand. Either way, Carr may miss some time. There's also a chance he's done for the year. But in the meantime, Jake Haener would presumably start in Week 15 versus Washington if Carr isn't active.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (right hand, head) exited during the fourth quarter of Sunday's Week 14 win over the New York Giants and did not return. The veteran quarterback took a hit and landed awkwardly after one of his rushing attempts. He was quickly taken to the locker room for evaluation, and Ross Jackson of LouisianaSports.net reports that Carr has a right-hand injury and is being assessed for a potential concussion. He finished Sunday's contest having completed 20 of 31 passes for 219 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. He also rushed for 12 yards. Jake Haener is expected to fill in at quarterback for the duration of Carr's absence. The Saints return to action next Sunday against the Washington Commanders.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has two top-15 performances since returning from injury in Week 9. His sudden resurgence is surprising as he has been missing receivers Chris Olave (concussion) and Rashid Shaheed (knee), among others. Down his best pass-catchers, Carr has spread the ball out more and developed a rapport with Marquez Valdes-Scantling, to whom he has thrown four touchdown passes over the Saints' last three games. Since his return, Carr has thrown six touchdowns and no interceptions, and he has the seventh-highest completion percentage (68.5%) among regular starters since Week 10. On deck for New Orleans are the New York Giants, who have allowed a top-14 finish to opposing quarterbacks in seven of their last nine games. The Giants also allow the highest completion rate of pass attempts over 20 yards, setting Carr and MVS up for another big play on Sunday. With six teams on bye in Week 14, Carr holds appeal in two-QB formats and even in deeper single-QB leagues where the wire will be thinner.