The New Orleans Saints will start Spencer Rattler, not Derek Carr, in Week 18’s regular season finale against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to the quarterback’s injury, interim head coach Darren Rizzi announced Friday. Carr attempted a game simulation at practice this week but wasn’t able to functionally grip the football after fracturing his left hand several weeks ago. And … [Read more...] about Saints make their decision on Week 18’s starting QB
Alontae Taylor has been one of the worst tacklers in the NFL
You never want to be on the wrong side of this stat. Alontae Taylor has been one of the worst tacklers in the NFL this year, and the New Orleans Saints have felt the impact in both the running and passing game. The cornerback has a 22 missed tackles, for a missed tackle rate of 20.2%. His 22 missed tackles are the most for any cornerback. His missed tackle rate, however, is … [Read more...] about Alontae Taylor has been one of the worst tacklers in the NFL
Alvin Kamara doubtful, 5 Saints questionable on final injury report of 2024 season
The New Orleans Saints shared their final injury report of the 2024 season, but it doesn’t contain much good news before kickoff with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Star running back Alvin Kamara (groin) is doubtful for Sunday, and five more players are questionable. Two others have already been ruled out. Neither starting quarterback Derek Carr (left hand) nor running backup Kendre … [Read more...] about Alvin Kamara doubtful, 5 Saints questionable on final injury report of 2024 season
Spencer Rattler looking for redemption vs. Buccaneers
Spencer Rattler’s first start came against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and his last start will come against them, too. Hopefully for the New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback this full circle moment doesn’t end the way it started. As has been the case for most of his starts, Rattler is without critical weapons and reliable offensive linemen. Rattler played without Chris Olave, … [Read more...] about Spencer Rattler looking for redemption vs. Buccaneers
Advanced stats highlight one of the Saints’ biggest defensive faults
The New Orleans Saints struggling run defense has been a constant topic of conversation. There was a point where it appeared to improve. Over the last two weeks, however, the issues have darted back to the forefront. You can point towards total yardage to hammer the point home, but advanced statistics get to the true root of the issue. The Saints are one of the worst teams in … [Read more...] about Advanced stats highlight one of the Saints’ biggest defensive faults