In the heart of the NFL season, amidst the intense competition and high stakes, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr has been making headlines, but not for the reasons you might expect. His recent actions off the field have sparked a flurry of reactions from fans and sports enthusiasts alike.
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As the Saints hover at a critical juncture in the NFC South with a 6-7 record, Carr’s attempt to lift spirits with lavish gifts to his teammates has become a hot topic of discussion. The Saints’ recent win over the Panthers brought some relief, but it wasn’t enough to overshadow the concerns about Carr’s performance this season.
In a surprising move, Carr decided to gift his teammates with extravagant presents for Christmas. Journalist Nick Underhill‘s tweet stated that the Saints’ QB brought in several gifts for his teammates. WR Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed got Rolex watches from their QB. Mike Thomas will also get his gift when Carr sees him, as per the tweet. The four-time Pro Bowler also had diamond chains and grills with chests of steaks for others. However, his gesture didn’t seem to impress fans, and some even claimed that Carr was trying to cover up for his moderate performance.
Derek Carr gave out Christmas gifts today to his teammates
Olave and Shaheed got Rolexes. Mike Thomas is getting a gift too when Carr sees him.
Other receivers got diamond chains.
Offensive linemen got grills with a chest of steaks
— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) December 14, 2023
This gesture, intended as a morale booster, has instead raised eyebrows. Supporters of the team, already upset with how the team and Carr himself have been playing, are speaking out on social media. A lot of them think Carr is giving these gifts to make his teammates and supporters like him more.
The Who Dat Nation Bashes Derek Carr
The response from the Saints’ fanbase has been less than favorable. Social media platforms have become a battleground of opinions, with many fans expressing their dissatisfaction with the team’s third ranking in the AFC North.
The comment section was flooded with critical comments. A user wrote, “I’d prefer him to give good passes instead.”
I’d prefer him to give good passes instead.
— ⚜ Dr LUSTY, PhD ⚜ (@zemacplayer) December 14, 2023
Another one chimed in, noting, “He should do this for the entire fanbase. After the heist he pulled, it’s the least he could do.”
He should do this for the entire fanbase
After the heist he pulled it’s the least he could do
— Justin is Lost☄️ (@JustinLostt) December 14, 2023
A comment read, “Bro, tryna buy their loyalty back, sir, you are HATED.””
bro tryna buy their loyalty back sir you are HATED
— Middy Garoppolo (@DylannJabroo) December 14, 2023
This fan stated, “Money doesn’t buy you love.”
Money don’t buy you love.
— Walter Williams (@WaltTheStalt) December 15, 2023
In a post-game conference after the win over the Panthers, he acknowledged the high expectations and shared frustrations, both from the team and the fans. Carr said, “I do understand that their expectations are our expectations.”
The star QB acknowledged the expectations of fans and hopes to excel in the coming weeks. He will soon clash with the visiting NY Giants, and it will surely be the perfect opportunity to win back the hearts of the fans.
