Derek Carr suffered a sprained AC joint in the Saints vs. Packers game but is expected to return for Week 4.

Carr, the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, faced a concerning moment during the Week 3 clash against the Green Bay Packers. Carr exited the game with an AC joint sprain, leaving fans and the team worried about the extent of the injury.

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In the third quarter of the game, Carr was forced to leave the field after a sack by Rashan Gary. The injury occurred when he was thrown onto his right side, leading to discomfort and concern. Subsequently, Carr underwent X-rays at the stadium before being transported to a local hospital for further evaluation, as reported by NFL Media.

The initial concern was that the injury might be season-ending, which could have been a significant blow to the Saints. However, recent updates suggest a more positive outlook. According to NFL Media, Carr’s shoulder injury is not expected to keep him sidelined for the entire season. This news comes as a relief to both the team and fans who were fearing the worst.

Jameis Winston stepped in for the injured Carr during the remainder of the game. While Winston managed to complete 10 of 16 passes for 101 yards, the Saints failed to put any additional points on the board after Carr’s departure. Winston did, however, set up rookie kicker Blake Grupe for a potential game-winning 46-yard field goal attempt in the final moments of the game, which unfortunately missed the mark.

Saints’ Head Coach Dennis Allen addressed the situation, describing Carr as “week-to-week” with a sprained AC joint in his right throwing shoulder. This indicates that Carr’s return to the field is imminent, though his availability for Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remains uncertain. Allen emphasized that the injury could have been more severe, emphasizing that Carr and the Saints appear to have dodged a more serious setback.

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In conclusion, while Derek Carr’s AC joint sprain initially raised concerns, the quarterback’s prognosis looks optimistic, with expectations of his return in the near future. Saints fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on his status as they prepare for an important matchup in Week 4.