Aaron Rodgers’ free company saga takes Saints twist

Is there one other twist coming within the Aaron Rodgers free company saga?

The previous Jets quarterback was seemingly headed to both the Steelers or retirement, however information of Derek Carr’s shoulder damage on Friday means there could also be one other touchdown spot in play.

“Anticipate to see a report, sooner [rather] than later, that the Saints have reached out,” Professional Soccer Discuss’s Mike Florio wrote Friday. “Whether or not it goes wherever stays to be seen. Nevertheless, New Orleans turns into another choice for Rodgers.”

Carr’s standing for 2025 is reportedly in query. And even with New Orleans anticipated to take a QB within the draft, the Saints depth chart appears to be like awfully skinny underneath middle.

Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener noticed motion on the finish of the 2024 season when Carr missed time with damaged bones in his hand. And each are nonetheless rostered, as is Ben DiNucci. However it’s not clear if the Saints see any of them as viable beginning choices in 2025?

In keeping with Spotrac, New Orleans has about $27 million in cap house to work with. A large chunk might, in principle, be used to land Rodgers.

The 41-year-old is coming off a season during which he threw for 3,897 yards with 28 touchdowns to 11 interceptions in a disappointing 5-12 Jets marketing campaign.

He’s watched his already restricted choices dwindle this offseason, because the Giants and Vikings selected different tracks.

The Saints make for an intriguing touchdown spot for the surefire Corridor of Famer, although the group has different choices it might look in the direction of, as nicely: veterans Ryan Tannehill, Teddy Bridgewater and Carson Wentz are all available on the market.

Kirk Cousins may be within the combine, although it’s unlikely New Orleans chooses to bail out a divisional rival from the 36-year-old’s tough contract.