While the Las Vegas Raiders were drafting a deep-threat weapon for him in Henry Ruggs III, Derek Carr took the time online to shed light on one of the team's key free-agency additions.
Carr joined former Raider Will Compton and Tennessee Titans tackle Taylor Lewan on a quarantine edition of their Bussin' With The Boys podcast Thursday night, and one of the first questions regarded the Raiders' recent acquisition of QB Marcus Mariota.
Carr said Mariota, who is expected to back him up next season in Las Vegas, reached out to him soon after the news broke to say he was coming to the desert to support Carr, a move that made a positive impression on No. 4.
"We've talked already," Carr said. "He is by far one of the coolest, nicest, professional people I've ever been around. I've got nothing but good things to say about him. He's amazing."
Being on the same page in the position room is also an imperative for Carr.
"I think the most important thing is to have a united quarterback room," Carr said. "I've always thought that. When you have a strong united quarterback, we can all go lead the football team. ... Our depth of the offense that we know, we have to correct guys, things like that — I think it's only good things for our team."
Carr also discussed his relationship with Coach Gruden, his move to Las Vegas and more.
Watch the full episode, which has some NSFW language, here.
Take a look back at the best photos of QB Derek Carr from the Silver and Black's 2019 season.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) walks down the tunnel before the regular season game against the Denver Broncos.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after a touchdown during the regular season game against the Denver Broncos.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) before the regular season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) rushes during the regular season game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates on the field following the regular season game against the Chicago Bears.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Green Bay Packers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) rushes during the regular season game against the Detroit Lions.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Detroit Lions.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after throwing a 9-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the regular season game against the Detroit Lions.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) dives into the end zone on a 3-yard touchdown run during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates after rushing for a 3-yard touchdown during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) hands the ball off to running back Josh Jacobs (28) during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) drops backs to pass during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes to tight end Darren Waller (83) during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) rushes during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) looks for a receiver during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Tennessee Titans.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) hands the ball off to running back DeAndré Washington (33) during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes during the regular season game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes as guard Gabe Jackson (66) blocks during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) rushes for a 3-yard touchdown during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates with the fans after rushing for a 3-yard touchdown during the regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
