Derek Carr's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Derek Carr.

Derek Carr is a former American football quarterback who played 11 seasons in the NFL. He excelled at Fresno State, earning All-Mountain West Conference honors twice. Carr was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the second round of the 2014 NFL draft. His career highlights include multiple Pro Bowl selections and holding several Raiders franchise records. He also played for the New Orleans Saints. Carr is known for his strong arm, leadership abilities, and dedication to his faith.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2001: Highest Raiders Quarterback Rating

On December 7, Derek Carr posted a 140.2 rating, the highest for a Raiders quarterback since Rich Gannon in 2001.

2002: Raiders Games Started

In 2002, Derek Carr became the first Raiders quarterback to start all 16 games since Gannon.

2002: Clinching first winning season since 2002

In 2016, Derek Carr led the Raiders to their first winning season and playoff berth since 2002.

October 29, 2008: National Football Player of the Week

On October 29, 2008, Derek Carr was selected by ESPN RISE as the National Football Player of the Week after passing for 441 yards and three touchdowns against Tehachapi High School.

November 7, 2008: Central Section Record

On November 7, 2008, Derek Carr set a Central Section record by throwing 544 yards in a win against Arvin High School.

2009: National Player of the Year

In 2009, Derek Carr was named the National Player of the Year by the National Private Schools Athletic Association.

2012: MWC Offensive Player of the Year

In 2012, Derek Carr passed for 4,104 yards, 37 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. He won the MWC Offensive Player of the Year.

2013: CFPA Elite QB Award

In 2013, Derek Carr received the CFPA Elite QB Award for his performance over three seasons at Fresno State.

2013: 11-2 Record

In the 2013 season, Derek Carr helped lead the Bulldogs to an 11-2 record, the most wins for the program since 2001.

2013: FBS Passing Leader

In the 2013 season, Derek Carr led the FBS with 5,083 passing yards and 50 touchdowns. He also won the Sammy Baugh Trophy and finished in eighth place in the Heisman Trophy voting.

2013: McGloin's passing touchdowns

McGloin set a record in 2013 for most passing touchdowns.

2014: Starting Quarterback

In 2014, Derek Carr was named the starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders, becoming the first rookie quarterback in Raiders history to start a season opener.

December 20, 2016: Second Consecutive Pro Bowl Selection

On December 20, 2016, Derek Carr was named to his second consecutive Pro Bowl, although an injury prevented him from participating.

2016: Raiders Reach Playoffs

In 2016, Derek Carr helped the Raiders reach the playoffs, marking the franchise's first appearance since 2002.

2016: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2016, Derek Carr was selected to replace Aaron Rodgers in the Pro Bowl, marking the first time a Raiders quarterback had been selected since Rich Gannon in 2002.

2017: NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2017, Derek Carr was ranked 11th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2017: Number Retired

In 2017, Derek Carr's number was retired by Fresno State during halftime of a game against Incarnate Word.

January 22, 2018: Pro Bowl Selection

On January 22, 2018, Derek Carr was named to his third straight Pro Bowl, replacing Tom Brady.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

During the 2019 season, Derek Carr surpassed Ken Stabler for the Raiders' franchise all-time record for passing yards and finished the season with 4,054 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and a completion percentage of 70.4%.