Raiders QB Derek Carr Says Goodbye After 9 Seasons, Says He Gave Them ‘Everything’ He Had

Derek Carr, Raiders quarterback, said goodbye to Las Vegas after nine seasons. He shared his condolences with them by saying that he had given everything he could. “every single day” No matter what season it was,

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“Raider Nation it breaks my heart I didn’t get an opportunity to say goodbye in person,” Carr wrote. “We certainly have been on a roller coaster in our 9 years together. From the bottom of my heart, I am so grateful and appreciative of the years of support you gave to my family and me. We had our share of both heart breaking moments and thrilling game winning drives, and it always felt like you were there next to me.”

“It’s especially hard to say goodbye because I can honestly say that I gave you everything I had, every single day, in season, and in the off season,” He concluded. “It certainly wasn’t perfect, but I hope that I was able to leave you with more than a few great memories as Raider fans.”

The NFL star thanked the city of Oakland, where the team used to play, for taking his family in and the city of Las Vegas as well as his teammates, the organization, coaches, staff, and all who helped his career there. Raider Nation and the fans for their support.

“I once said that if I’m not a Raider I would rather be at home and I meant that, but I never envisioned it ending this way,” Carry shared. “That fire burning inside of me to win a championship still rages. A fire no man can extinguish; only God.”

“So I look forward to a new city and a new team who, no matter the circumstance, will get everything I have,” He said, “It’s what I always wanted and will continue to work towards.” Winning a championship is what I’ve always wanted and what I will continue to work towards. God bless you all and with love.”

Josh McDaniels, head coach of the NFL, placed Carr on the bench for the rest of the 2022 NFL season. The team was 6-9 and still in the playoff hunt. reported. McDaniels announced Jarrett Stidham would be the starter instead Guardian noted.

Carr had been the Raiders’ starting QB since 2014 and had only missed three games in nine seasons due to injury, the outlet noted. Carr was granted a $121.5 million, three-year contract extension in this offseason. ESPN noted.

Stidham was acquired by the Raiders from New England Patriots during an offseason trade. McDaniels previously was the Patriots’ offensive coordinator. Stidham was given the start against the San Francisco 49ers, and the Kansas City Chiefs. The team lost both of these games and they were eliminated from the playoffs.

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