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Saints Tap Spencer Rattler to Start Preseason Finale as QB Race Stays Open

Kellen Moore says the Broncos game will be the final on-field audition before a Week 1 call.

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New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore talks with defensive coordinator Brandon Staley during rookie minicamp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Moore confirmed Rattler will open Saturday against the Broncos with Tyler Shough next in and Jake Haener following.
  • New Orleans plans to play as many starters as possible in the finale to sharpen evaluations, according to the coach.
  • Moore described the competition as “really, really close,” citing parity in numbers, experience and reps since camp began.
  • Through two preseason games, Rattler is 71.4% for 252 yards with one TD and one INT, while Shough is 70.6% for 231 yards with one TD and one INT.
  • The Saints will use the final practices and the finale to decide their Week 1 starter as they remain one of the last NFL teams without a named QB.