In a dramatic turn of events, New Orleans Saints star quarterback Derek Carr was forced to leave Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers in the third quarter due to a shoulder injury. The incident occurred after Carr was tackled by Packers pass-rusher Rashan Gary, resulting in his apparent discomfort. Despite his efforts to continue, Carr ultimately walked off the field under his own power with 10:39 remaining in the quarter.

Medical personnel rushed to Carr's aid, and as he received attention on the sideline, backup quarterback Jameis Winston began warming up in preparation to replace him. Carr had been having a solid performance, completing 13-of-18 passes for 103 yards and a touchdown to Jimmy Graham in the first quarter. This touchdown allowed the Saints to take an early 7-0 lead.

At first, Carr's return to the game was uncertain as he was listed as questionable due to the shoulder injury. However, the Saints later ruled him out completely, leaving Winston to take over as his replacement. It was a disappointing turn of events for Carr, who had joined the Saints as a highly coveted free agent during the offseason after spending nine seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Last season, Carr showcased his talent with the Raiders, accumulating 3,522 passing yards and 24 touchdown passes. This year, his performance for the Saints has been relatively solid, with 533 passing yards, a touchdown pass, and two interceptions so far. The Saints entered the game against the Packers with an impressive 2-0 record, making Carr's absence a significant setback for the team.

The severity of Carr's shoulder injury remains unknown, but it was evident that he was in considerable pain after the sack by Gary. Social media was abuzz with videos of the incident, showing Carr slow to get up after the play. Fans and teammates alike anxiously awaited updates on his condition.

As the game progressed into the fourth quarter, the Saints continued to dominate the Packers with a commanding 17-0 lead. The team's strong performance provided some consolation amidst the concern for Carr's injury. However, the loss of their star quarterback will undoubtedly have an impact on the Saints' offensive strategy moving forward.

The Saints organization and fans are now left hoping for a swift recovery for Carr, as they navigate the remainder of the game and look ahead to future matchups. The outcome of Carr's injury and the team's ability to maintain their winning streak will undoubtedly be closely monitored in the days to come.