Rattler, Shough or Haener? Here's what we know about the Saints' QB competition

The New Orleans Saints have initiated organized team activities (OTAs) with an unusual development: a quarterback competition. Following Derek Carr's retirement, the starting position is up for grabs. Spencer Rattler, Tyler Shough, Jake Haener, and undrafted rookie Hunter Dekkers are all contenders. Coach Kellen Moore emphasized the importance of rotating the quarterbacks with the first-team offense to prevent fixation on competitiveness. Currently, Shough and Rattler are seen as the primary contenders for the role. Each quarterback faces unique challenges: Rattler aims to build on a turbulent first-year experience, while Shough and Haener focus on mastering new systems and terminology. Coach Moore has given each player a "blank slate" for the competition, which will culminate after the preseason games. The team's strategy revolves around understanding their "big picture" approach as they develop their young quarterbacks.