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Spencer Rattler enters third season as Saints backup quarterback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Spencer Rattler enters third season as Saints backup quarterback

Summary

The New Orleans Saints prepare for their 2026 regular season opener against the Detroit Lions this Sunday, September 13. As part of the team's preparations, quarterback Spencer Rattler has been featured as the Saints player of the day. Entering his third NFL season, the 25-year-old signal-caller currently serves as the backup to Tyler Shough. Rattler was drafted by the Saints in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL draft and has appeared in several contests over his first two years. During the 2026 offseason, he successfully competed against Zach Wilson to retain his position on the depth chart. The team will look to move forward under new head coach Kellen Moore following a transitional period for the roster.

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Status Watch

•The Saints open the 2026 season against the Detroit Lions on September 13.
•Spencer Rattler is entering his third NFL season with the New Orleans Saints.
•Rattler currently serves as the backup quarterback behind starter Tyler Shough.
•The team is operating under the leadership of head coach Kellen Moore.
•Rattler was originally selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL draft.

Latest Updates

9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Spencer Rattler is the Saints Player of Day 2

What they're saying

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Spencer Rattler goes into his third NFL season, now as the New Orleans Saints backup QB behind Tyler Shough. He's our Saints Player of the Day.
— Yahoo Sports

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