To deal with a significant shoulder injury, surgery was considered an option, as was trying to play through it, but former Saints quarterback Derek Carr says he ultimately didn't feel right with either possibility.

Derek Carr shocked fans by choosing retirement over a lucrative contract with the New Orleans Saints. Battling a persistent shoulder injury, Carr opened up about why stepping away was the right decision for his health and peace of mind.

Derek Carr ends the mystery. He says he walked away from $30 million rather than accept payment while unable to perform for the Saints.