Saints make roster cuts ahead of 53-man deadline after preseason games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are adjusting their 53-man roster projection following two preseason games, including a notable 34-0 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. With roster cuts looming, key decisions will affect quarterbacks Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler, along with running backs facing injuries. Players like Kellen Moore's team are under pressure to perform as the regular season approaches. This week marks the final opportunity for players to secure their positions before the deadline.
- •Saints face a 34-0 loss to the Rams in preseason.
- •Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler are competing for backup quarterback.
- •Injuries to running backs complicate final roster decisions.
- •Roster cuts deadline is approaching in the next week.
- •Current roster includes players under scrutiny after recent performances.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Updated Saints 53-man roster projection after two preseason games
"How have two preseason games changed our New Orleans Saints' 53-man roster projection? Here's where things stand a week from the roster cuts deadline.
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