The New York Giants have acquired the quarterback of the Oakland Raiders, Derek Carr as a potential solution to their problem at QB. This is huge news for football fans because it means that some NFL games might go uninterrupted during 2018 and 2019 seasons. However, not everyone thinks this move was worth it.
Highlights of the article:
- Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders are expected to split ways in the next months, according to reports.
- The New York Giants should seriously explore trading for the Fresno State product.
- Another topic worth discussing is if Carr would leave the Raiders for the Giants.
Despite their many issues over the previous decade, the Las Vegas Raiders have benefited from Derek Carr’s consistency and longevity at quarterback. Despite their inability to reach an agreement on a contract renewal in 2021, it looked that the couple would continue their relationship into the next season.
If such notion ever existed, it didn’t survive long. Only hours after the Raiders’ season ended on Super Wild Card Weekend, the football world started doubting Carr’s future in Las Vegas. With one year remaining on his current deal, the Fresno State product would be in high demand on the trade market if the Raiders were to make him available.
That sound you’re hearing — or should be hearing — is the next prospective general manager and head coach of the New York Giants putting Carr’s name into their smartphone’s notes app.
Pros: Derek Carr would provide the Giants with immediate credibility and expertise.
The Giants have no quarterback issues. Instead, they have a slew of quarterback issues. Daniel Jones has not only failed to establish himself as a clear long-term alternative, but he also had a neck injury halfway through his third season and isn’t anticipated to be cleared until at least the summer of 2022.
Jones, who has attempted to make the most of a variety of bad circumstances, is a considerably less appealing alternative than Carr. The three-time Pro Bowler would instantly provide experience and credibility to a Giants team that has gone 22-57 since the start of the 2017 season, the lowest in the league.
The Carrs are already fans of the San Francisco Giants. Although Derek spent his whole eight-year career with the Raiders, his elder brother, David, spent four seasons with the Giants’ quarterback room (2008-10 and 2012).
The Giants have not interviewed any head coaching candidates as of publishing; that process is scheduled to begin once a general manager is hired. If either Pederson or McDaniel is hired, an offensive-minded head coach, such as former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson or San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, may appeal to Carr.
Carr fits in well with the Giants, but does Carr fit in perfectly with the Giants? That is the question that has to be asked right now.
Cons: It’s possible that New York doesn’t have enough in place to entice Carr (if he has a say)
This offseason, many competitive clubs, including the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints, may seek a quarterback. The Denver Broncos are only one solid quarterback away from challenging for a wild-card spot next season. Jalen Hurts’ mediocre performance during Super Wild Card Weekend only added to the speculation over his Philadelphia Eagles future.
Carr can get a lot more from any of those clubs than he can from the Giants. On offense, the Colts are led by All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor and guard Quinton Nelson. The Colts’ financial connections to Carson Wentz ($28 million in total cash owing in 2022) may make a deal for Carr tough unless the clubs switch quarterbacks.
Sean Payton is a seasoned head coach in New Orleans, and Alvin Kamara is a dangerous running back. Courtland Sutton of the Broncos has shown flashes in the past, while former Alabama standout Jerry Jeudy might be a quarterback away from realizing his full potential. Patrick Surtain II, a young cornerback, is also a defensive building component for Denver.
In the 2022 NFL Draft, the Eagles have three first-round selections and a genuine young receiver in DeVonta Smith, who should make Carr salivate.
In comparison, consider the Giants. Injuries have taken a toll on running back Saquon Barkley, the second overall selection in 2018. Although receiver Kadarius Toney had moments of brilliance as a rookie, he’s already dealt with injuries and maturity issues. Even though left tackle Andrew Thomas improved dramatically in his second season, New York’s offensive line remains poor.
What do the Giants have that the Colts or Saints don’t? Aside from a rich history and New York-style pizza, what do the Giants have that the Colts or Saints don’t? The Giants will almost certainly have to make some financial changes this summer to make room for the veteran quarterback, who is due $19.7 million next season.
Is it reasonable for the Giants and Raiders to explore a Carr trade?
Could Derek Carr, the quarterback of the Las Vegas Raiders, be traded to the New York Giants in 2022? | Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Carr, as previously said, is an excellent fit for the Giants. The Giants, on the other hand, do not make sense for Carr at this point in his career. In March, he will be 31 and should be fighting for championships rather than throwing touchdowns for a rebuilding squad.
Carr must favor clubs with an established offensive core and a proven head coach if the Raiders allow him to have control on where he wants to go in 2022. The Colts (provided they can make a deal) and Saints spring to mind first among the aforementioned clubs. Despite the fact that Philadelphia makes sense, they are well behind the other two teams.
Within the AFC West, it’s impossible to see Las Vegas moving Carr to Denver. Starting quarterback swaps across divisions aren’t unheard of — the Eagles moved Donovan McNabb to the Washington Football Team in 2010 — but they’re still uncommon.
Giants fans, you may want to hold off on ordering your personalized Carr jerseys just yet. No, you shouldn’t start saving up for a Russell Wilson shirt just yet.
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