New Orleans Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has repeatedly expressed hope that Derek Carr could return this season but Ian Rapoport of NFL Network is throwing cold water on that possibility, stating that Carr is considered "very unlikely" to return in 2024.

Carr’s left hand is fractured in two places. Rapoport notes the quarterback recently underwent further examination, which determined he’s at least a few weeks away from withstanding contact.

Given that there are only three weeks remaining in the season, Carr isn’t likely to return.

In his second season with the Saints, Carr has completed 67.7 percent of his passes for 2,145 yards with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions in 10 games.