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If Patriots traded down to No. 9, what would Saints need to give up?

The New Orleans Saints now have a quarterback crisis with starter Derek Carr.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported last Friday that Carr is dealing with a shoulder injury that "threatens his availability for this season." Rapoport also added that Carr "is weighing options, including the possibility of surgery."

Carr's injury situation has the potential to derail the Saints' 2025 season. And even if Carr was healthy, the 34-year-old probably isn't a long-term solution at quarterback for New Orleans. Given the recent news surrounding Carr, should the Saints -- who own the No. 9 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft -- be more willing to trade up for a QB next week?