Derek Carr’s stock is far from it’s peak, but FanDuel’s 2025 QB rankings may represent an all-time low. They have him ranked second-worst:

Underhill noted there are still some contractual matters to resolve between the two sides. Carr is under contract through the 2026 season and is due to carry a cap hit of $51.4 million in 2025 and $61.4 million in '26. The Saints are in the worst financial position in the league, with an effective cap space of -$52.7 million, per Over the Cap.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo: GM Mickey Loomis believes New Orleans Saints will keep quarterback Derek Carr in 2025. Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor discusses 2024 season and looks forward to 2025 season.

The Bengals are ready to make wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase the highest-paid non-QB in the NFL, according to Duke Tobin.

The Cincinnati Bengals plan to make All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL

The Bengals have a plan in place to keep star receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Duke Tobin, the team's director of player personnel, expressed optimism that the Bengals can make Chase the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL and sign Higgins to a long-term deal.