Derek Carr joins UCLA coaching staff as special advisor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:49 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Derek Carr is joining the UCLA coaching staff as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney. The former NFL quarterback will assist with game-planning strategy and work directly with UCLA's quarterbacks. Carr, who retired from playing last May, expressed excitement about supporting the program. His connection to UCLA stems from his relationship with GM Darrick Yray, who was at Fresno State during Carr's collegiate career. Carr had a successful ten-year NFL career, predominantly with the Raiders before finishing with the Saints.
- •Carr joins UCLA after retiring from the NFL in May 2026.
- •He will help with game-planning and quarterbacks at UCLA.
- •Carr's relationship with GM Darrick Yray influences his role.
- •He played 10 years in the NFL, mainly with the Raiders.
- 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — Former Raiders QB Derek Carr joining UCLA coaching staff
"Derek Carr's next stop will be entering the coaching ranks. He is joining the staff at UCLA.
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