UCLA will be bringing a veteran NFL signal-caller into the building for the 2026 season.
ESPN reported Monday night that former Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr will be joining the staff as a special advisor to new head coach Bob Chesney. Carr, a native of Bakersfield, California, who played at Fresno State, retired from the NFL in May 2025 after 11 seasons.
Now, the four-time Pro Bowler joins a staff that has brought a lot of excitement to Los Angeles after it led James Madison to a College Football Playoff appearance last season.
"We are excited to welcome Derek to our program," Chesney said in a release. "He has played the quarterback position at a high level for more than a decade, and his experience, leadership and football knowledge will be an incredible resource for our coaching staff and student-athletes. What stands out most is his passion for the game and his commitment to developing young people. Derek will have a tremendous impact on our players and is a great addition to our program."
Carr also has a prior relationship with UCLA general manager Darrick Yray, who comes in from Florida State. Yray was an ***** istant at Fresno State during Carr's college playing career.
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ESPN reported Monday night that former Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr will be joining the staff as a special advisor to new head coach Bob Chesney. Carr, a native of Bakersfield, California, who played at Fresno State, retired from the NFL in May 2025 after 11 seasons.
Now, the four-time Pro Bowler joins a staff that has brought a lot of excitement to Los Angeles after it led James Madison to a College Football Playoff appearance last season.
"We are excited to welcome Derek to our program," Chesney said in a release. "He has played the quarterback position at a high level for more than a decade, and his experience, leadership and football knowledge will be an incredible resource for our coaching staff and student-athletes. What stands out most is his passion for the game and his commitment to developing young people. Derek will have a tremendous impact on our players and is a great addition to our program."
Carr also has a prior relationship with UCLA general manager Darrick Yray, who comes in from Florida State. Yray was an ***** istant at Fresno State during Carr's college playing career.
#state #ucla
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