Saints struggle against Jaguars in preseason opener

The New Orleans Saints lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20 in their preseason debut on August 15, 2026, in New Orleans. The Saints held a 20-6 lead before allowing the Jaguars to take control. Zach Wilson emerged as a standout player, completing 11 of 16 passes for 145 yards and a touchdown. Michael Heldman also shined with two sacks and three tackles for loss. However, the performance of Spencer Rattler raised concerns, as he managed only 42 passing yards, potentially affecting his place on the roster. The Saints continue to assess player performances as they approach the regular season.

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