Saints Keeping Former Starter Despite Mounting Trade Interest
Summary
The New Orleans Saints plan to keep quarterback Spencer Rattler as the backup to starter Tyler Shough for the upcoming NFL season, despite receiving trade offers for Rattler. Rattler, drafted in 2024, played in 16 games over two seasons and is expected to remain on the team's 53-man roster.Key Facts
- Tyler Shough is the Saints' starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
- Spencer Rattler and Zach Wilson will serve as backup quarterbacks.
- The Saints have received trade interest for Rattler but plan to keep him.
- Rattler was selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
- Rattler has played in 16 games, starting 14, with 2,903 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.
- Teammates, including receiver Chris Olave, believe Rattler deserves another chance to start in the NFL.
- Shough went 5-4 as a starter last season, completing nearly 68% of his passes with 10 touchdowns and 6 interceptions.
- The Saints must finalize their 53-player roster by the upcoming Sunday deadline.
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