The ongoing dispute between Derek Carr and Michael Thomas has quickly become the morning gossip on Twitter, with fans weighing in on everything from Carr’s playing style to Thomas’ outspoken criticism.
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave took a hard shot to the head in the first quarter after catching a pass from quarterback Derek Carr on 3rd November.
Highlights
- Michael Thomas wasted no time criticizing Derek Carr on social media, calling him “scary” and accusing him of panicking and throwing the ball.
- Derek Carr responded to Thomas’ comments in a lengthy post-game interview, speaking for over four minutes.
- Fans tweeted that it was ironic that Michael Thomas is so active on Twitter despite not having accomplished much this decade.
Olave was quickly taken to the hospital for observation. After the game, Carr defended himself against criticism from a former teammate about the throw.
Olave ran across the middle to catch a pass when Panthers safety Xavier Woods and cornerback Dane Jackson hit him.
Woods appeared to lead with his shoulder, but the hit connected with Olave’s head as he tried to make the catch.
Immediately, four penalty flags were thrown, and Woods was called for unnecessary roughness.
Olave remained on the field for several minutes as trainers attended to him. The stadium went quiet, and players from both teams gathered around in concern.
Derek Carr Takes A Hard Hit From Michael Thomas On Twitter
Former Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas wasted no time criticizing Derek Carr on social media, calling him “scary” and accusing him of panicking and throwing the ball.
Me 🤝 Michael Thomas
— lindsey ok (@lindseyyok) November 3, 2024
Big Derek Carr Haters pic.twitter.com/uPRQM1IRmF
He also shared another post on X suggesting that Carr should be fined for throwing a “hospital pass.”
They fired all them coaches trying to cover his (Carr)
Michael Thomas
flaws up he still doing the same shit.
Dude tried to lie and say I was jealous of them making Chris WR1 whole time he can’t even get him a decent ball. He need his ass whooped.
Michael Thomas
That year his buddy went 1st team all pro in 2022 he needed 180 targets just to catch 100 passes.
Michael Thomas
He is ass on my granny
Carr responded to Thomas’ comments in a lengthy post-game interview, speaking for over four minutes.
“I feel sick to my stomach every time one of my teammates goes down because I care about them that much,” Carr said. “It doesn’t matter if we’re close or not—I happen to love Chris Olave. We’ve got a great relationship, and I really hate moments like that.”
Derek Carr
𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧:
— NFL Notifications (@NFLNotify) February 25, 2024
The #Saints intend to designate WR Michael Thomas as a post June 1st cut in the coming weeks.
Thomas has been one of the most proficient slant route runners in recent memory but has been plagued with injuries and recently bashed QB Derek Carr
The #Cowboys… pic.twitter.com/kyJeHXDXhv
Carr also addressed his strained relationship with Thomas, pointing out that Thomas was the only teammate who hadn’t gotten along with him during his career.
“I don’t know what I did to him, I don’t know why he feels that way. I’m sorry for whatever he’s going through that makes him act like this. But he’s never reached out to me. My number’s never changed. I’ve called him a few times, trying to reach out. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, it just doesn’t work out—and that’s OK. I wish him the best, though. I hope he gets back to doing what he loves, wherever that is.”
Derek Carr
At the same time, Carr expressed that he still loves Michael Thomas, but he made it clear that he didn’t appreciate the criticism.
“I have love for Mike. But when he does that, I don’t really care for it, obviously. I’ve had so many teammates over the years and he’s like the one dude that didn’t get along with me, and I don’t know what I did to him, I don’t know why he feels that way. I’m sorry for whatever he’s dealing with to make him feel like he’s got to do that. But he’s never called me during any of this. My phone number has never changed, I’ve, in fact, called him on many different occasions… It’s unfortunate, especially coming from a player like that, but I wish him the best. I hope he gets on a team and does want he wants to do and loves it.”
Derek Carr
Fans React to Derek Carr and Michael Thomas Drama:
Fans took to social media to share their reactions, with one user, Tyrone Davis, commenting on Michael Thomas’ repeated criticism of Derek Carr.
He tweeted that Thomas’ behavior is a “perfect snapshot of America today,” suggesting that you don’t need to achieve anything great yourself—just keep talking. Davis also praised Carr’s response, calling it “perfect.”
Derek Carr responded to Michael Thomas’ Twitter tirade.
— Football Forever (@fballforeverhq) November 4, 2024
“I’ve had so many teammates over the years and he’s like the one dude that didn’t get along with me.” pic.twitter.com/i06cixpg29
Others chimed in with their thoughts that it was ironic that Michael Thomas is so active on Twitter despite not having accomplished much this decade.
They pointed out how funny it is that Thomas is talking about Derek Carr as if he’s the one in charge, even though Thomas hasn’t been producing on the field lately.
Some fans compared the Michael Thomas and Derek Carr drama to an ex-girlfriend who just can’t let go of her ex-boyfriend.
They joked that Thomas should move on, find a new team (like a new “girl”), and leave the drama behind.
On the contrary, some fans sided with Michael Thomas, agreeing that Derek Carr can be a mediocre quarterback who tends to get scared and throw up desperate passes.
Many feel that nothing will improve until Mickey Loomis, the Saints’ general manager, is gone.
They also suggested that team owner Gayle Benson likely decided to make the recent changes, defending head coach Dennis Allen, despite the team’s struggles.
Additional Information
- Derek Carr was born in Bakersfield, California, the youngest of three children to Rodger and Sheryl Carr.
- Derek and his family returned to Bakersfield for his senior year, where he attended Bakersfield Christian High School.
- During the game against the Chiefs, Derek Carr was eventually forced to leave the game in the fourth quarter with an oblique injury, as the Saints fell 26–13.
