The Oakland Raiders have already traded two of their best players this season, but Derek Carr is not expected to be moved ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the Raiders have assured Derek Carr that he will remain their starting quarterback for the foreseeable future. In addition to not exploring trade options for him, the team expects Carr to remain its starting quarterback for the remainder of 2018 and in 2019. The Raiders have reportedly “gone out of their way” to reassure the man they invested $125 million in last summer.
Head coach Jon Gruden has already lost the benefit of the doubt with some fans, as he indicated he would not trade pass-rusher Khalil Mack and star receiver Amari Cooper, but both are playing for new teams. However, Gruden did say recently that he does not expect to make any more significant moves, including trading Carr.
Carr’s salary cap hit for 2019 is scheduled to be $22.5 million, but the Raiders could save $15 million if they decided to part ways with him this offseason. They also have three first-round picks in the 2019 draft, so Gruden will have a great opportunity to draft a top quarterback.
