Reggie Bush, former New Orleans Saints star, is skeptical that the team will pursue a quarterback early in the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite the clear need for a long-term franchise quarterback, the Saints’ ninth overall pick may not allow them to secure top prospects like Shedeur Sanders or Cam Ward. Additionally, they remain committed to veteran quarterback Derek Carr, who has two years left on his contract and is resistant to a pay cut.
Bush, speaking in an interview linked to his partnership with Tostitos, suggested that the Saints might opt to retain Carr if they lack confidence in a young quarterback from the draft. Given the limited options after Sanders and Ward, Bush emphasized the risk of parting with Carr without a solid backup plan or a promising replacement.
As an alternative, Bush proposed that the Saints could explore the possibility of trading for a quarterback. This approach would provide a potential pathway to strengthen the position without relying solely on draft prospects.
The Saints face a challenging landscape in the NFC South, dominated by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and closely contested by the Atlanta Falcons, who have a rising star in quarterback Michael Penix. Although the Saints posted a 5-5 record with Carr last season, Bush acknowledged that a .500 record won’t suffice for a team aspiring to return to the playoffs.
Bush’s insights underline the complexity of the Saints’ quarterback situation and the careful consideration required as they navigate their options for the upcoming season.
