It’s been a complex offseason for quarterback Derek Carr, who recently opted to retire from the NFL. His shoulder injury will require surgery, and he ultimately decided to call it quits. His brother and former NFL quarterback,

There is some precedent for quarterbacks making a return to the NFL at age 35 or older. Tom Brady announced his retirement in February 2022 only to announce his return 40 days later. Brett Favre retired and returned multiple times prior to his final NFL season in 2010. But neither of those situations involved Carr's shoulder injury.

Derek Carr, the New Orleans Saints quarterback, retired from the NFL. A shoulder injury prompted his decision. Surgery was considered, but Carr chose