Being named a team captain at any point in a player’s career is often viewed as a massive honor.
It is a sign that a player is recognized for their on and off-field leadership by their peers and coaches.
Quarterbacks are typically named captains, given their needed leadership for the offense.
The New Orleans Saints have recently named Derek Carr as one of their seven captains according to Jeff Duncan via Pro Football Talk.
Saints name their seven captains for 2023, headlined by Derek Carr replacing Jameis Winston. https://t.co/meH2VDxAHc
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 5, 2023
Carr was signed to a four-year by the Saints in the offseason.
Many fans believe his career experience will help turn this team around, hoping to get back to similar successes from the Drew Brees era.
Putting the “C” on his chest early in his Saints career indicates what the organization thinks Carr will do.
He is a nine-year NFL veteran, spending his career thus far with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Carr has seen a lot of different head coaches, roster constructions, and organizational changes.
While he’s adapting to a new team in 2023, he should be able to adapt quicker than most due to this experience.
Joining Carr as captains are Tyrann Mathieu, Demario Davis, Cam Jordan, J.T. Gray, Zach Wood, and Erik McCoy.
These seven players have all been identified as leaders within the organization.
Will this leadership result in the Saints’ first playoff berth since the 2020 campaign?
The Saints’ season begins with games against the Tennessee Titans and Carolina Panthers.
Fans will quickly be able to see what the team looks like, and how the season could shape up.
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