“We feel good about letting all these guys go for it,” Kellen Moore said this week, via the New Orleans Advocate. Those words capture the Saints’ quarterback chaos perfectly. Everyone expected a simple two-man battle between rookie Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler. But coach Moore threw Jake Haener, too, into the mix, creating genuine uncertainty under center. With that, he’s rotating first-team reps among all three quarterbacks during training camp. No favorites, no predetermined pecking order. The competition stays wide open heading into preseason games. Moreover, the HC refuses to crown anyone early, keeping his cards close to his chest. But all these might be turning the other way round for the team, as NFL analysts are now dissecting this three-way quarterback puzzle for Saints fans.
Ian Rapoport dropped some harsh reality checks about the Saints’ quarterback mess this Monday. NewOrleans Football’s YouTube breakdown painted a picture nobody in New Orleans wants to see. The offense looks completely lost during training camp, struggling with basic execution that should be second nature by now. “A lot of bad snaps and hurdles happen with Kyle Hergle and backups and staff like that. I’m not seeing anything disturbing happening from the starting offensive line that really got me thrown off,” Rapoport explained during his analysis. The offensive line issues extend beyond just the starters, creating chaos throughout practice sessions. Backup centers and guards can’t handle simple snap counts, leading to constant false starts and wasted reps.
The red zone performance tells an even uglier story. Yesterday’s practice featured a disheartening stretch where the offense went 0-for-8 in goal-line situations. They couldn’t manage a single first down despite multiple attempts. The unit looked so confused that they burned a crucial timeout just to regroup. That’s not championship football, by any stretch. Rapoport didn’t mince words about the overall picture. The offense currently looks like the “worst quarterback situation and one of the worst offenses in the league,” with no signs yet to contradict this prediction. His assessment cuts deep because it rings true. Penalties pile up constantly, players reset huddles repeatedly, and basic timing routes fall apart regularly.
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Tyler Shough provides the lone bright spot in this mess. Rapoport highlighted that Shough is “kind of made of the right stuff,” noting coaches appreciate his leadership qualities, dedication, and football intelligence. The rookie arrives early and stays late, setting examples other players should follow. His work ethic stands out when everything else crumbles around him. However, even Shough can’t fix systemic problems alone. Receivers run into each other during routes, affecting timing and creating near-interceptions. Traton Welsh and Rasheed Shahed collided during one drill, nearly gifting Spencer Rattler’s pass to the defense. These aren’t quarterback problems but coordination failures across the entire offensive unit.
The defense dominates every practice session because it faces minimal resistance. Overall execution remains “way, way behind” where teams typically perform at this camp stage. Most mistakes mirror typical OTA and mini-camp issues, suggesting the Saints started behind schedule and haven’t caught up yet. Despite the chaos surrounding him, Shough’s steady presence offers hope for New Orleans’ future under center.
Kellen Moore’s Training Camp: Rattler Rising While O-Line Crumbles
New Orleans Saints training camp turned into a mixed bag of emotions on Tuesday. Tempers flared, quarterbacks battled, and offensive linemen got embarrassed repeatedly. The second day showcased both promise and problems that could define this season’s trajectory. Spencer Rattler seized control of the quarterback competition with authority. He commanded first-team snaps while displaying poise under constant pressure. One interception marred his performance, but the blame fell on a receiver running the wrong route rather than poor decision-making. Rattler’s comfort level operating the offense impressed coaches and teammates alike.
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Practice intensity reached a boiling point when players started throwing punches during team drills. The scuffle didn’t surprise veteran safety Justin Reid, who watched from the sidelines with amusement. “It’s all good,” he said with a grin. “Just some guys trying to set the tone. It happens, but it’s nothing to worry about. I knew I wasn’t getting involved in it.” His relaxed attitude reflected the team’s understanding that camp fights happen when competition heats up.
The offensive line struggled mightily throughout every drill session. Edge rushers consistently beat tackles around the corner, while interior defenders collapsed pockets regularly. Multiple plays got blown up in the backfield, creating nightmares for whoever lined up under center. Fan concerns about line depth appear justified based on this performance.
Tyler Shough managed a quiet, unremarkable day without major mistakes or highlight plays. Jake Haener showed flashes with accurate throws, including one beautiful dart during rollout drills. However, neither quarterback matched Rattler’s overall command and confidence. Early camp battles favor Rattler significantly, but offensive line woes could derail any quarterback’s success. The Saints must fix protection issues quickly or risk wasting their signal-caller competition entirely.
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