3 best landing spots for Derek Carr

Feb. 4, 2026 – 02:57 – Realistically, general manager Dave Ziegler should expect trade proposals that include a second-round pick for Carr, who’s been a top 12-15 quarterback with decent numbers and a recent playoff appearance. Nonetheless, it only takes one desperate team to offer a first-rounder. With that said, if a team has to pay Carr a lucrative salary, it’ll probably balk at a request for a Day 1 draft pick. So, which teams make the most sense for Carr, and what would those clubs offer the Raiders in return? We’ll discuss three landing spots and why he fits with those squads.