“Former Raiders Carr and Waller Taste Victory in Week 18, but Playoff Hopes Dashed Despite Strong Performances”

Week 18 brought mixed fortunes for former Las Vegas Raiders players Derek Carr and Darren Waller. Despite securing wins, both Carr and Waller, now with the New York Giants, will miss the playoffs. Carr exhibited a strong performance for the Saints, with a 48-17 victory and impressive stats of 22/28, 264 yards, 4 TDs, and 0 INTs. However, the Saints fell short of playoff contention due to the Buccaneers’ win and a crucial Week 3 loss against the Green Bay Packers.

Dennis Allen, the head coach, is expected to be retained, setting the stage for another year with Carr. This season marked Carr’s third time finishing above .500 in his 10-year career, with a combined record of 9-12 alongside Allen.

Waller contributed to the Giants’ 27-10 win against the Eagles, securing a respectable 5 catches for 45 yards. Despite a solid individual performance, the Giants were not playoff contenders. Waller’s season figures, impacted by missed games, place him 17th in receptions, 16th in yards, and tied for 42nd in touchdowns among tight ends.

The Giants now face a decision regarding Waller’s future, with potential cost savings of $6.6 million through release or trade.

In the NFC East, the Giants finished the season at 6-11, securing the sixth spot in the NFL Draft’s first round. Despite the win, they fell short of playoff contention, playing for pride in their final game. The final standings in the NFC East saw Dallas at 12-5, Philadelphia at 11-6, and Washington at 4-13.

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