Saints QB Battle: Three Rookies Vie for Starting Role
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The New Orleans Saints' quarterback competition is officially underway following the departure of Derek Carr. Rookies Tyler Shough and fifth-round pick Spencer Rattler, along with holdover Jake Haener, will battle for the starting role. Coach Kellen Moore emphasizes leadership and offensive execution as key factors in the selection process. While Moore isn't ruling out adding a veteran quarterback, he's confident one of the current contenders will emerge as the starter during preseason games. Shough impressed during rookie minicamp, and the competition will intensify with the start of the main offseason program.
The New Orleans Saints' quarterback competition is officially underway following the departure of Derek Carr. Rookies Tyler Shough and fifth-round pick Spencer Rattler, along with holdover Jake Haener, will battle for the starting role. Coach Kellen Moore emphasizes leadership and offensive execution as key factors in the selection process. While Moore isn't ruling out adding a veteran quarterback, he's confident one of the current contenders will emerge as the starter during preseason games. Shough impressed during rookie minicamp, and the competition will intensify with the start of the main offseason program.
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