Derek Carr

The Saints could be in the market for a young quarterback despite drafting Spencer Rattler in the fifth round in 2024 and still having Derek Carr as their starter.

The Saints could be in the market for a young quarterback despite drafting Spencer Rattler in the fifth round in 2024 and still having Derek Carr as their starter.

Although Derek Carr's hefty contract is somewhat prohibitive, drafting a promising quarterback prospect is perhaps the most prudent option for Moore, who undoubtedly plans to craft his offense around a talented youngster at some point. The Saints are doing the smart thing by zeroing in on the quarterback prospect that is, at least currently, the most likely one to be available when they pick at No. 9 overall. Underhill notes that the Saints will likely take a look at CB Trey Amos on Friday as well.

Brandin Cooks is officially back with the Saints after signing his two-year contract on Monday.

"Seeing Sam turn his back to the defense and find deep crossers and hit guys in stride is definitely a strength of his game -- one of many strengths (in addition) to throwing on the run," Kubiak added. Kubiak has been a heavy play-action pass user in his first two years as a play caller, with Kirk Cousins in 2021 ranking second in under-center play-action rank and Derek Carr last year ranking fourth. Marques Valdes-Scantling may be the current lead for deep-shot targets after how he performed for Kubiak in New Orleans last season. Assuming the offensive line holds up -- a big leap admittedly -- this could be a helpful way for Seattle to keep Darnold productive.