Derek Carr The New Orleans Saints delivered a commanding performance in their season opener, demolishing the Carolina Panthers with a staggering 47-10 victory. The game, held at the Caesars Superdome, saw Saints quarterback Derek Carr put on an impressive display of efficiency and skill.
Carr had a stellar game, completing 19 of 23 passes for 200 yards and three touchdowns, with no interceptions. His performance was a key factor in the Saints’ nearly scoring 50 points against the Panthers. Despite his standout play, Carr is currently making headlines for a different reason.
During the blowout win, a video surfaced showing an exchange between Carr and Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn that has since gone viral. The footage, captured in the final moments of the third quarter with the Saints comfortably ahead by 27 points, shows Carr and Horn in a heated conversation. Lip readers on social media have interpreted Carr’s words as, “What are you talking about? I got three touchdowns on you.
The video has sparked significant buzz online, with fans and analysts alike discussing Carr’s bold statement amid the game’s one-sided nature.
Derek Carr’s dominance over the Panthers extends beyond this single game. According to Alex Hoegler of Total Pro Sports, Carr boasts a perfect 5-0 record against Carolina. Over his career, he has maintained an impressive 69.28 completion percentage and has thrown eight touchdowns compared to just three interceptions against them.
In this particular game, Horn, who was in coverage on Rashid Shaheed’s 59-yard touchdown in the first quarter, had a challenging outing. Horn, a 2021 first-round pick known for his shutdown corner abilities, was unable to prevent Carr’s offensive onslaught. Despite being one of the league’s top corners when healthy, Horn’s career has been marred by injuries. He has played only 22 games over his first three seasons, including just nine games in 2021 and 2023 combined.
The Saints’ victory and Carr’s viral moment add an interesting layer to the season’s narrative, as the quarterback’s sharp words and on-field success continue to generate conversation. The game not only highlighted Carr’s prowess but also set a tone for the rest of the season, suggesting that the Saints could be a formidable force. As for Horn and the Panthers, it will be a matter of regrouping and addressing the areas exposed in their opening game.