Introduction

In a developing situation for the New Orleans Saints, starting quarterback Derek Carr has once again been sidelined from practice as he continues to recover from a left hand injury. With Carr's availability for this week's game hanging in the balance, it appears increasingly likely that he will miss a second consecutive game, although the Saints have not officially ruled him out.

Opportunity for Spencer Rattler

Interim head coach Darren Rizzi has announced that rookie Spencer Rattler is poised to take the reins if Carr cannot go. This marks a significant opportunity for Rattler, who had previously started three games earlier in the season when Carr was dealing with an oblique injury.

Rattler's Previous Performances

While Rattler initially impressed during those starts, completing most of his passes and demonstrating his potential, he faced a challenging outing last Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Taking the field in place of Jake Haener—who struggled with just 49 yards and an interception in the first half—Rattler managed to rally the team to some extent. He finished the second half with a respectable 135 yards and a touchdown, albeit in a hard-fought 20-19 loss.

Stats and Expectations

This season, the fifth-round draft pick has accumulated 706 passing yards along with two touchdowns and two interceptions over four appearances. As the Saints aim to bounce back and remain competitive in the playoff race, Rattler's performance could be pivotal. Can he seize the moment and prove himself as a reliable starter in Carr's absence? Fans are eagerly watching to see if this young quarterback can deliver under pressure.