Saint's Acquire Fresh Quarterback Post Derek Carr's Sudden Exit
Unleashing Hunter Dekkers into the Saints' Quarterback Gauntlet
In an unexpected turn of events, the New Orleans Saints bid farewell to QB Derek Carr, sending shockwaves through the NFL. Just two days later, the Saints made headlines yet again, this time with the signing of a new quarterback.
Saints insider Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football spilled the beans about the newly acquired signal-caller. "Saints also intend to sign undrafted rookie QB Hunter Dekkers, pending a physical, per source," Triplett announced on his Twitter, indicating the team's quick move to fill the vacant quarterback position.
The news of Dekkers joining the Saints surfaced on the same day they secured the services of wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones. Although Peoples-Jones' signing was the first roster move following Carr's departure, Dekkers' arrival marks the starting point for the Saints' quarterback hunt.
Enter the Rookie with Super Bowl Pedigree
For Dekkers, stepping into the breach left by a four-time Pro Bowl quarterback like Carr could be seen as a monumental challenge. Yet, Dekkers has already proved his mettle, backing up a high-profile passer before the latter claimed NFL glory.
Hailing from Iowa State University, Dekkers began his collegiate career supporting a young Brock Purdy. Purdy later led his team to appear in the 2022 Super Bowl.
During his time at Iowa State, Dekkers made only brief appearances, completing five out of seven passes for 118 yards as a true freshman. However, he stepped into the limelight in 2022, registering impressive stats of 3,044 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions. Dekkers also scored two rushing touchdowns that season.
However, Dekkers' tenure with the Cyclones came to an end in 2023, primarily due to accusations involving sports gambling. He was indicted on gambling-related charges and was reported to have even placed bets on Iowa State games[1]. Iowa Western Community College offered Dekkers a chance to continue his football journey, and he made the most of it, leading the team to the 2024 JUCO Championship.
Dekkers placed his name in the NFL draft after his stint at Iowa Western, ultimately receiving a rookie minicamp invite from the Saints. Now, he finds himself in New Orleans, ready to compete for the quarterback position under Kellen Moore.
Enrichment Data:- Hunter Dekkers is an American football quarterback drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the 2025 NFL Draft as an undrafted free agent.- Dekkers played college football for Iowa State Cyclones, where he started 12 games in 2022, achieving a completion rate of 66.1%, with 3,044 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions[2][3].- Dekkers left Iowa State in 2023 after getting indicted on sports gambling charges and placed bets on Iowa State football games[1].- After a successful stint at Iowa Western Community College, Dekkers entered the 2025 NFL Draft and signed with the Saints following their rookie minicamp[2][3][5].
[1] - Des Moines Register[2] - Pro Football Network[3] - Sports Illustrated[5] - NFL.com
- Following the unexpected departure of Derek Carr, the former Iowa State quarterback Hunter Dekkers, who faces betting allegations, is set to draft into the New Orleans Saints' quarterback gauntlet.
- Rumors surrounding undrafted rookie QB Hunter Dekkers, frequenting sports betting during his time at Iowa State, have been a hung year for the NFL community, especially ahead of his potential role in the NFL.
- In the uncertain unfolding FIFA World Cup 2022 betting markets, Derek Carr's departure from the Saints and the arrival of controversial quarterback, Hunter Dekkers, has added shocking twists to American football's NFL season, much like the drama experienced at Qatar's playground.
