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New Orleans Saints retain Spencer Rattler amid trade inquiries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:42 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

New Orleans Saints retain Spencer Rattler amid trade inquiries

Summary

The New Orleans Saints have decided to keep quarterback Spencer Rattler despite having received trade interest from other teams. After reports emerged that the Jacksonville Jaguars inquired about Rattler before trading for Quinn Ewers, the Saints opted to maintain Rattler as backup to Tyler Shough. Rattler has shown improvement during the preseason and is seen as valuable depth for the team. He scored a rushing touchdown in a recent preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys, contributing to the team's performance.

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•Saints receive trade interest in Rattler but choose to keep him.
•Jacksonville Jaguars expressed interest but traded for Quinn Ewers instead.
•Rattler scored an 8-yard rushing touchdown in a preseason game.
•He is seen as experienced depth behind starting QB Tyler Shough.
•Rattler has a cap charge of $1.159 million for 2026.

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3:42 AMYahoo Sports — New Orleans Saints Make Spencer Rattler Trade Decision After Interest: Report

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Teams have called the Saints about Spencer Rattler, but New Orleans reportedly has decided to keep the former starter behind Tyler Shough. The post New Orleans Saints Make Spencer Rattler Trade Decision After Interest: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
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