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Saints Head Into Road Gauntlet at 0-2 as Moore Stresses Execution

Third-down breakdowns now overshadow Spencer Rattler’s breakout as New Orleans visits Seattle.

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers punter Thomas Morstead (7) looks on against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore reacts during the first half against the San Francisco 49ers at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Saints fell to 0-2 with one-score home losses to the Cardinals and 49ers and now visit Seattle before traveling to Buffalo, facing the possibility of an 0-4 start.
  • Kellen Moore underscored execution after two games, saying, "Every play matters and we can’t take it for granted."
  • Rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler posted 207 yards and a career-high three touchdown passes, adding key first-down runs in his most complete outing to date.
  • New Orleans outgained San Francisco 121-77 on the ground as Alvin Kamara rushed for 99 yards, but the defense allowed the 49ers to convert 8 of 15 third downs, including all three passing touchdowns.
  • Defensive tackle Vernon Broughton is expected to go on injured reserve with a significant hip issue that may require surgery, while Trevor Penning (foot) and Chase Young (calf) remain week to week as Blake Grupe missed a field goal for the second straight game.