Carr walked away from football last May due to a shoulder injury, specifically a labral tear and rotator cuff damage. He has since rebounded in rehab, and sources say his shoulder is no longer limiting him—he’s throwing fully as part of his regular routine.
The Saints still hold Carr’s contractual rights, meaning any return would require working with New Orleans on a trade. The Saints could seek compensation, though the price would not be considered unreasonable for a player who has no immediate future in New Orleans, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
The Jets have pursued Carr before. In the 2023 offseason, they engaged in extensive dialogue with him after he was released by the Raiders, a pursuit that was ultimately tempered by the addition of Aaron Rodgers. With Rodgers out of the picture, Carr could represent a second chance for the Jets to add a veteran, capable option.
Carr is a four-time Pro Bowl quarterback with an 11-year career that includes 65.1% completion, 41,245 passing yards, and a 257-to-112 TD-to-INT ratio. While a long-term solution remains the goal, a Carr reunion could serve as a bridge option for New York as it searches for stability at quarterback.
Reaction among Jets fans on social media was mixed, reflecting the broader debate over Carr as a potential bridge quarterback. Given limited free-agent and trade options this offseason, some analysts believe Carr could make sense for the Jets as they pursue a longer-term answer in 2027. Carr has even hinted at his affinity for Jets fans, noting on his podcast his “love for Jets fans.”
