Carr exited with 10 minutes left in the fourth quarter of the Saints' Week 13 contest against the Lions. The New Orleans QB took a heavy hit from Lions defensive end Bruce Irvin as he attempted a pass over the middle Irvin was assessed a 15-yard penalty for roughing the passer on the play.

Sam LaPorta had career highs of nine catches for 140 yards, including an early touchdown and a crucial first-down snag in the final minutes, and the Detroit Lions defeated the reeling New Orleans Saints 33-28 on Sunday to post their best record through 12 games since 1962.

New Orleans Saints starting quarterback injured during the Lions at Saints game. New Orleans Saints starting quarterback Derek Carr is being evaluated for a concussion and shoulder injury after the personal foul hit by Lions defender Bruce Irvin. His return is doubtful as he was taken into the Saints' locker room.