Las Vegas Raiders: What to expect from QB Derek Carr in 2022

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 26: Offensive tackle Brandon Parker #75, running back Sutton Smith #41, quarterback Derek Carr #4 and defensive tackle Damion Square #97 of the Las Vegas Raiders wait to be introduced before a game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium on December 26, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Broncos 17-13. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 26: Offensive tackle Brandon Parker #75, running back Sutton Smith #41, quarterback Derek Carr #4 and defensive tackle Damion Square #97 of the Las Vegas Raiders wait to be introduced before a game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium on December 26, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Broncos 17-13. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
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Jan 9, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) lines up at wide receiver during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Las Vegas Raiders: What to expect from QB Derek Carr in 2022

What 2022 could bring for Carr

Josh McDaniels not only brings unrivaled player development but also a championship mindset. Having been around the Patriots organization since the Tuck Rule, McDaniels has been around his fair share of Hall of Fame players, and Lombardi trophies, and has worked under arguably the greatest head coach of all time in Bill Belichick.

While many look to McDaniels’ first stint as a head coach in Denver, it should be noted that a decade-old debacle can humble and mature an intelligent person which is what as of now is expected. McDaniels has been known to get the most out of his players by being credited for the development of Tom Brady and Mac Jones, it is expected that McDaniels will tap into Carr’s full potential as they have surrounded him with the tools needed to succeed.

As Carr enters into the 2022 season on a new contract extension, he has his sights set on returning a Lombardi trophy to the Raiders organization, an organization that has been starved for success since last competing for the coveted title in 2003. The Raiders have developed a strong roster of good football players and smart leaders to help reach new heights and with this season, the sky truly is the limit.

In 2021, Carr finished with a little over 4,800 yards with 23 touchdowns, in 2022 Carr can be well over 5,000 yards with over 30 touchdowns as he leads his team into the postseason for the second year in a row.

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