Rattler is expected to start if Carr is unable to play, showing potential in previous appearances despite struggling in tough matchups.
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Derek Carr's Injury Update and Future Outlook
Derek Carr, the quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, is still attempting to recover from a hand injury and may play in the upcoming game against the Raiders. Despite the Saints being eliminated from playoff contention, Carr's motivation to play against his former team could influence his decision. However, if he cannot recover in time, Spencer Rattler will start again. Additionally, Carr's injury raises concerns about his contract guarantees for the 2025 season.
Derek Carr, the quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, is still attempting to recover from a hand injury and may play in the upcoming game against the Raiders. Despite the Saints being eliminated from playoff contention, Carr's motivation to play against his former team could influence his decision. However, if he cannot recover in time, Spencer Rattler will start again. Additionally, Carr's injury raises concerns about his contract guarantees for the 2025 season.
Christian Watson injures knee in Green Bay Packers' victory
In a historic night for the Green Bay Packers, they achieved their first shutout of the NFL season with a 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, clinching a playoff berth for the second consecutive year. However, the game was marred by a knee injury to wide receiver Christian Watson, who was hurt during a play but managed to return briefly before leaving for good. Despite Watson's injury, the Packers celebrated a significant win, while the Saints continued to struggle under interim coach Darren Rizzi.
In a historic night for the Green Bay Packers, they achieved their first shutout of the NFL season with a 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, clinching a playoff berth for the second consecutive year. However, the game was marred by a knee injury to wide receiver Christian Watson, who was hurt during a play but managed to return briefly before leaving for good. Despite Watson's injury, the Packers celebrated a significant win, while the Saints continued to struggle under interim coach Darren Rizzi.
Christian Watson injures knee in Green Bay Packers' victory
In a dominant performance, the Green Bay Packers secured a 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, marking their first shutout of the NFL season and clinching a playoff berth. However, the game was marred by a knee injury to wide receiver Christian Watson, who sustained the injury during a 14-yard run. Despite returning briefly after the injury, Watson was unable to continue playing at his usual level. The Packers' defense shined, contributing to the historic shutout, while the Saints struggled under the leadership of backup quarterback Spencer Rattler.
In a dominant performance, the Green Bay Packers secured a 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, marking their first shutout of the NFL season and clinching a playoff berth. However, the game was marred by a knee injury to wide receiver Christian Watson, who sustained the injury during a 14-yard run. Despite returning briefly after the injury, Watson was unable to continue playing at his usual level. The Packers' defense shined, contributing to the historic shutout, while the Saints struggled under the leadership of backup quarterback Spencer Rattler.
Saints Rookie QB Struggles in Shutout Loss
In a disappointing performance, Saints rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler struggled against the Packers, completing only half of his passes and failing to score any touchdowns. His performance was marred by an interception, a fumble, and multiple sacks, contributing to the team's shutout loss.
In a disappointing performance, Saints rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler struggled against the Packers, completing only half of his passes and failing to score any touchdowns. His performance was marred by an interception, a fumble, and multiple sacks, contributing to the team's shutout loss.
Spencer Rattler - Pedestrian numbers in loss
Spencer Rattler had a tough outing in the Saints' 34-0 loss to the Packers, completing 15 of 30 passes for 153 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. He also rushed five times for 28 yards and lost a fumble. Despite the struggles, Rattler is expected to continue as the starter in the upcoming games, providing him with valuable experience.
Spencer Rattler had a tough outing in the Saints' 34-0 loss to the Packers, completing 15 of 30 passes for 153 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. He also rushed five times for 28 yards and lost a fumble. Despite the struggles, Rattler is expected to continue as the starter in the upcoming games, providing him with valuable experience.
Saints Struggle in Rushing Game Against Packers
In a disappointing performance against the Packers, the Saints' rushing attack was largely ineffective, managing only 67 yards on 20 carries. Kendre Miller led the team in carries but struggled to find space, while quarterback Spencer Rattler surprisingly topped the team in rushing yards.
In a disappointing performance against the Packers, the Saints' rushing attack was largely ineffective, managing only 67 yards on 20 carries. Kendre Miller led the team in carries but struggled to find space, while quarterback Spencer Rattler surprisingly topped the team in rushing yards.
Packers clinch playoff berth with dominant win over Saints
The Green Bay Packers secured a playoff spot with a commanding 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, marking Matt LaFleur's fifth playoff appearance in six seasons as head coach. The Packers showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring touchdowns on their first three drives, while the Saints struggled significantly without key players, including their starting quarterback Derek Carr and running back Alvin Kamara. This loss officially eliminated the Saints from playoff contention.
The Green Bay Packers secured a playoff spot with a commanding 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, marking Matt LaFleur's fifth playoff appearance in six seasons as head coach. The Packers showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring touchdowns on their first three drives, while the Saints struggled significantly without key players, including their starting quarterback Derek Carr and running back Alvin Kamara. This loss officially eliminated the Saints from playoff contention.
Saints' Rattler preps for Lambeau with reps in walk-in freezer
The New Orleans Saints are preparing rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler for a challenging game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, where cold weather is expected. To acclimate Rattler to the conditions, quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko took the team into a walk-in freezer to run through plays. Rattler will start in place of the injured Derek Carr, while Alvin Kamara is also ruled out due to a groin injury. Receiver Chris Olave is making progress but is not yet ready to return to the field.
The New Orleans Saints are preparing rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler for a challenging game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, where cold weather is expected. To acclimate Rattler to the conditions, quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko took the team into a walk-in freezer to run through plays. Rattler will start in place of the injured Derek Carr, while Alvin Kamara is also ruled out due to a groin injury. Receiver Chris Olave is making progress but is not yet ready to return to the field.
Saints' Rattler preps for Lambeau with reps in walk-in freezer
The New Orleans Saints are preparing rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler for a challenging game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, where cold temperatures and potential snow are expected. To acclimate Rattler to the frigid conditions, quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko took the team into a walk-in freezer to run through plays. Rattler will be starting in place of the injured Derek Carr, while Alvin Kamara is also ruled out due to a groin injury. Receiver Chris Olave is on the mend but not yet ready to return to play.
The New Orleans Saints are preparing rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler for a challenging game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, where cold temperatures and potential snow are expected. To acclimate Rattler to the frigid conditions, quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko took the team into a walk-in freezer to run through plays. Rattler will be starting in place of the injured Derek Carr, while Alvin Kamara is also ruled out due to a groin injury. Receiver Chris Olave is on the mend but not yet ready to return to play.
Spencer Rattler - Officially starting for Carr
Spencer Rattler has been named the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints as Derek Carr is ruled out due to a left hand injury. This will mark Rattler's fourth career start in the NFL. In his rookie season, Rattler has shown promise, completing over half of his passes and contributing both in the air and on the ground. His performance in relief of Jake Haener suggests he is ready to take on the starting role.
Spencer Rattler has been named the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints as Derek Carr is ruled out due to a left hand injury. This will mark Rattler's fourth career start in the NFL. In his rookie season, Rattler has shown promise, completing over half of his passes and contributing both in the air and on the ground. His performance in relief of Jake Haener suggests he is ready to take on the starting role.
MNF Week 16 ESPN schedule: How to watch Saints vs. Packers
Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season features a Monday Night Football matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Green Bay Packers. Rookie QB Spencer Rattler aims to deliver another strong performance for the Saints, while Jordan Love looks to continue his impressive play for the Packers following recent injuries. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN at 8:15 p.m. ET.
Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season features a Monday Night Football matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Green Bay Packers. Rookie QB Spencer Rattler aims to deliver another strong performance for the Saints, while Jordan Love looks to continue his impressive play for the Packers following recent injuries. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN at 8:15 p.m. ET.
Saints QB Spencer Rattler to Start Against Packers
Spencer Rattler has been named the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints in their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. This will mark Rattler's fourth start of the season, where he has struggled with a completion rate of 57.5% and has thrown for two touchdowns and two interceptions. With the Saints facing a challenging matchup and a low implied total, fantasy managers may want to steer clear of the Saints' passing game.
Spencer Rattler has been named the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints in their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. This will mark Rattler's fourth start of the season, where he has struggled with a completion rate of 57.5% and has thrown for two touchdowns and two interceptions. With the Saints facing a challenging matchup and a low implied total, fantasy managers may want to steer clear of the Saints' passing game.
Spencer Rattler to Start for Saints if Carr is Unavailable
Spencer Rattler is set to take over as the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Coach Darren Rizzi has indicated that while he hopes to have Carr back by the end of the season, it is unlikely he will be ready for the upcoming game. Rattler's recent performance in relief of Jake Haener has positioned him as the probable starter for Week 16 against the Packers.
Spencer Rattler is set to take over as the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Coach Darren Rizzi has indicated that while he hopes to have Carr back by the end of the season, it is unlikely he will be ready for the upcoming game. Rattler's recent performance in relief of Jake Haener has positioned him as the probable starter for Week 16 against the Packers.
Saints to start QB Rattler if Carr out; RB Kamara likely out
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Rattler impressed in the second half of a close loss against the Washington Commanders, leading the team to a late touchdown. Meanwhile, running back Alvin Kamara's injury is more serious than initially thought, and he is considered week-to-week with potential season-ending implications. Coach Darren Rizzi remains optimistic about Carr's return, stating he is working hard to recover.
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Rattler impressed in the second half of a close loss against the Washington Commanders, leading the team to a late touchdown. Meanwhile, running back Alvin Kamara's injury is more serious than initially thought, and he is considered week-to-week with potential season-ending implications. Coach Darren Rizzi remains optimistic about Carr's return, stating he is working hard to recover.
Saints to start QB Rattler if Carr out; RB Kamara likely out
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler against the Green Bay Packers if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Interim coach Darren Rizzi praised Rattler's performance in the second half of last week's game against the Washington Commanders. Additionally, running back Alvin Kamara is likely to miss the game due to a serious groin injury. The Saints are also optimistic about the return of wide receiver Chris Olave, who has been cleared to resume practice after being sidelined with concussions.
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler against the Green Bay Packers if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a hand injury. Interim coach Darren Rizzi praised Rattler's performance in the second half of last week's game against the Washington Commanders. Additionally, running back Alvin Kamara is likely to miss the game due to a serious groin injury. The Saints are also optimistic about the return of wide receiver Chris Olave, who has been cleared to resume practice after being sidelined with concussions.
Spencer Rattler Likely to Take Over as Starter for Saints
With Derek Carr sidelined due to a hand injury and concussion, rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler is expected to take over as the starter for the New Orleans Saints. Rattler showed promise in relief during a recent game against the Commanders, nearly leading the team to a comeback. His performance has positioned him to reclaim the starting role as the Saints head into Week 16 against the Packers.
With Derek Carr sidelined due to a hand injury and concussion, rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler is expected to take over as the starter for the New Orleans Saints. Rattler showed promise in relief during a recent game against the Commanders, nearly leading the team to a comeback. His performance has positioned him to reclaim the starting role as the Saints head into Week 16 against the Packers.
Derek Carr - Unlikely to Return This Season
Derek Carr, quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, is unlikely to return this season due to a fractured left hand and a concussion. With the Saints' playoff hopes dwindling, there is little incentive to rush him back into action. In his absence, Jake Haener started in Week 15 but struggled, leading to Spencer Rattler taking over and showing promise in the second half.
Derek Carr, quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, is unlikely to return this season due to a fractured left hand and a concussion. With the Saints' playoff hopes dwindling, there is little incentive to rush him back into action. In his absence, Jake Haener started in Week 15 but struggled, leading to Spencer Rattler taking over and showing promise in the second half.
Derek Carr Likely Out for Season, Saints QB Situation Uncertain
Saints quarterback Derek Carr is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to a hand injury, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. With Carr sidelined, the Saints are projected to turn to Spencer Rattler for their upcoming game against the Packers. Fantasy managers are advised to avoid Saints quarterbacks in their lineups given the uncertainty surrounding the position.
Saints quarterback Derek Carr is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to a hand injury, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. With Carr sidelined, the Saints are projected to turn to Spencer Rattler for their upcoming game against the Packers. Fantasy managers are advised to avoid Saints quarterbacks in their lineups given the uncertainty surrounding the position.
Saints QB Situation: Haener vs. Rattler
In a recent game against the Commanders, the New Orleans Saints made a significant change at quarterback, pulling Jake Haener at halftime in favor of Spencer Rattler. The move nearly paid off as Rattler's performance, while not stellar, was effective enough to keep the Saints competitive. Haener struggled in the first half, throwing for only 49 yards and an interception before being replaced.
In a recent game against the Commanders, the New Orleans Saints made a significant change at quarterback, pulling Jake Haener at halftime in favor of Spencer Rattler. The move nearly paid off as Rattler's performance, while not stellar, was effective enough to keep the Saints competitive. Haener struggled in the first half, throwing for only 49 yards and an interception before being replaced.
Commanders' jabs at Saints tops NFL Week 15 trolls
In Week 15 of the NFL season, the Washington Commanders narrowly defeated the New Orleans Saints 20-19, leading to a series of playful jabs from the Commanders. The Saints attempted a two-point conversion to win the game but were thwarted by a broken-up pass. Other notable games included the Houston Texans defeating the Miami Dolphins, the Dallas Cowboys overcoming the Carolina Panthers, and the Los Angeles Rams edging out the San Francisco 49ers in a low-scoring affair.
In Week 15 of the NFL season, the Washington Commanders narrowly defeated the New Orleans Saints 20-19, leading to a series of playful jabs from the Commanders. The Saints attempted a two-point conversion to win the game but were thwarted by a broken-up pass. Other notable games included the Houston Texans defeating the Miami Dolphins, the Dallas Cowboys overcoming the Carolina Panthers, and the Los Angeles Rams edging out the San Francisco 49ers in a low-scoring affair.
Saints Bench Jake Haener, Go Back to Spencer Rattler
The New Orleans Saints made a significant change at quarterback during their recent game, benching Jake Haener after a disappointing first half in favor of rookie Spencer Rattler. Haener struggled, completing only 4-of-10 passes for 49 yards, leading to the Saints' worst offensive performance in over two decades. Rattler's entrance sparked a turnaround, culminating in a touchdown pass that marked the Saints' first score of the game.
The New Orleans Saints made a significant change at quarterback during their recent game, benching Jake Haener after a disappointing first half in favor of rookie Spencer Rattler. Haener struggled, completing only 4-of-10 passes for 49 yards, leading to the Saints' worst offensive performance in over two decades. Rattler's entrance sparked a turnaround, culminating in a touchdown pass that marked the Saints' first score of the game.
Saints' Alvin Kamara makes impressive TD catch on throwback pass
In a challenging game for the New Orleans Saints, they struggled offensively in the first half against the Washington Commanders, managing only 38 net yards. However, adjustments made during halftime led to a significant play in the third quarter where wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. threw a 21-yard touchdown pass to running back Alvin Kamara, narrowing the score to 17-7. Rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler, who replaced Jake Haener, played a pivotal role in setting up the touchdown with a notable 39-yard pass to Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
In a challenging game for the New Orleans Saints, they struggled offensively in the first half against the Washington Commanders, managing only 38 net yards. However, adjustments made during halftime led to a significant play in the third quarter where wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. threw a 21-yard touchdown pass to running back Alvin Kamara, narrowing the score to 17-7. Rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler, who replaced Jake Haener, played a pivotal role in setting up the touchdown with a notable 39-yard pass to Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Saints to Start Jake Haener if Derek Carr Can't Go
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Jake Haener against the Washington Commanders if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a concussion and a fractured non-throwing hand. Carr has already missed three games this season due to an oblique injury, and his participation in practice this week has been limited. Interim coach Darren Rizzi is evaluating both backup quarterbacks before making a final decision.
The New Orleans Saints are preparing to start rookie quarterback Jake Haener against the Washington Commanders if Derek Carr is unable to play due to a concussion and a fractured non-throwing hand. Carr has already missed three games this season due to an oblique injury, and his participation in practice this week has been limited. Interim coach Darren Rizzi is evaluating both backup quarterbacks before making a final decision.
Jake Haener - In the mix for Week 15 start
New Orleans Saints coach Darren Rizzi is considering Jake Haener as a potential starting quarterback for their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. Following Derek Carr's injury, Haener took over in a recent victory against the Giants. While Carr has not been ruled out, he faces challenges in clearing concussion protocol and managing a fractured hand. Haener's performance in practice could determine if he gets the nod over Spencer Rattler, who struggled in previous starts this season.
New Orleans Saints coach Darren Rizzi is considering Jake Haener as a potential starting quarterback for their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. Following Derek Carr's injury, Haener took over in a recent victory against the Giants. While Carr has not been ruled out, he faces challenges in clearing concussion protocol and managing a fractured hand. Haener's performance in practice could determine if he gets the nod over Spencer Rattler, who struggled in previous starts this season.
Saints' Derek Carr 'week-to-week' with hand injury, concussion
New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is currently dealing with a hand injury and a concussion, making him week-to-week. Interim coach Darren Rizzi indicated that while Carr's injury is serious, it does not appear to require surgery. The team is considering options for a starting quarterback if Carr cannot play against the Washington Commanders, with rookie Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener both in the mix.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is currently dealing with a hand injury and a concussion, making him week-to-week. Interim coach Darren Rizzi indicated that while Carr's injury is serious, it does not appear to require surgery. The team is considering options for a starting quarterback if Carr cannot play against the Washington Commanders, with rookie Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener both in the mix.