HC McDaniels announced on Wednesday that backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham would replace Carr for the final two weeks of the season. Not long after, multiple reports surfaced claiming that Carr and the Raiders had mutually agreed that he would leave the team.
Davante Adams reacts as Derek Carr is rumored to be leaving the Raiders after being demoted
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The news comes as the Raiders are all but out of the playoffs, and Carr is guaranteed $33 million next season if he is injured. His tenure as the Raiders’ starting quarterback is coming to an end after nine seasons.
The news had an immediate impact on the Raiders’ locker room, particularly on Davante Adams. He discussed Carr’s demotion:
Davante Adams on Derek Carr: “Obviously I support my guy (but) we got to finish out this season the best way we can possible, with all things considered at this point.” pic.twitter.com/gZlNJDwK00
— Levi Edwards (@theleviedwards) December 28, 2022
“Obviously, I don’t think anybody was excited about it in here,” Adams said of Carr’s demotion. “Him being one of my really good friends and the reason why I came here in the first place.
“I wouldn’t be here right now if he wasn’t here. … Obviously I support my guy. We’ve got to finish the season up the best way we can possibly with all things considered at this point.”
Adams later elaborated on his ideas on Instagram.
“This man gave everything he had,” Adams wrote of Carr. “The reason I’m a Raider … One of the most disciplined and loving people I know.”
He then used an emoji to express his true feelings. He also stated that he has spoken with Carr since the news broke and plans to speak with him again later Wednesday.
