New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr didn’t suffer a setback against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last week. In fact, his shoulder seems to be improving. Carr “threw a little bit more today” according to head coach Dennis Allen, during the Saints’ media availability session after practice Wednesday.
That’s a welcome development. This comes after Carr didn’t throw until Friday before last week’s game with the Buccaneers on Sunday. Carr’s shoulder injury was about pain management, so this would suggest the pain is subsiding.
Though this isn’t surprising, it is still good news. Carr took a risk playing on Sunday, and his shoulder held up well. As of Wednesday, Allen said, “things look good in terms of where he’s at heading into this week.” Carr was officially listed as limited on the first injury report.
As expected after not missing last week’s matchup, Carr should play this Sunday versus the New England Patriots. His arm should also be in better condition. He needs to perform at a much higher level after his offense was limited to just nine points in last week’s loss.
