News Summary
The New Orleans Saints are gearing up for the 2025 NFL season with new head coach Kellen Moore after a disappointing 5-12 finish last year. Despite starting strong, injuries plagued the team. They’ve acquired veterans to strengthen the roster, but projections suggest tough challenges ahead, with analysts predicting low win totals. The decision on the starting quarterback is still pending, adding intrigue as fans remain hopeful for a turnaround this season.
New Orleans – The New Orleans Saints are entering the 2025 NFL season under new head coach Kellen Moore, following a disappointing finish to their last campaign where they registered a 5-12 record. Despite starting the year with momentum at 2-0, the team struggled significantly, primarily due to one of the highest injury rates in the league.
In preparation for the upcoming season, the Saints have made strategic acquisitions, adding veterans such as Brandin Cooks, Justin Reid, and Devaughn Vele to bolster their roster. However, there has been minimal overall turnover on the team, which may raise concerns regarding the Saints’ competitive viability this season.
Projections for the Saints in 2025 are discouraging. Analysts have set low expectations, with predictions ranging from a grim 3-14 by Ali Bhanpuri and a slightly improved 5-12 forecast by Adam Rank. Both expect the team to end up last in their division, reflecting a season filled with challenges ahead.
Bhanpuri anticipates that the Saints could see a couple of “high points” during Weeks 5 and 6 with potential back-to-back wins. However, he highlights a difficult period between Weeks 7 and 14, during which the Saints will face five road games, putting additional pressure on the team. A notable game on the schedule is Week 12 against the Atlanta Falcons, which is particularly challenging to predict, given both teams’ current situations and performance history.
Coach Moore has expressed optimism regarding the new veterans and is keen on achieving greater performance through competent quarterback play, which he believes could help the team surpass the initial low expectations. As of now, the starting quarterback for the season opener against the Arizona Cardinals remains undecided. A competitive battle is underway between second-year pro Spencer Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough, as both quarterbacks have shown promising performances in preseason games.
Rattler has completed 71.4% of his passes for 252 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in the preseason. On the other hand, Shough has recorded a completion rate of 70.6%, throwing for 231 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Despite both their efforts, Moore has yet to disclose which player will lead the team against the Cardinals, leaving fans awaiting confirmation.
As the last team in the NFL to announce their starting quarterback for the regular season, the Saints have added intrigue to their preparations. Rattler played in the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers and performed the second half in the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, providing opportunities for both candidates to showcase their skills. Moore is expected to make a decision on the starting quarterback soon.
In addition to roster changes, the Saints are introducing an alternate gold uniform for the 2025 season, further emphasizing their new direction. The organization is also focused on community engagement, with plans to support more than ten nonprofit organizations in Louisiana through a 50/50 raffle initiative aimed at giving back to the community.
Interest in the team remains high, as the Saints encourage fans to join the waitlist for 2026 season ticket sales. As the new coach and players gear up for the upcoming season, both the team and its supporters are hopeful for a turnaround in performance and engagement as they strive for improved outcomes in 2025.
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- ESPN: Saints Not Yet Ready to Name Starting QB
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- NOLA.com: Rattler to Start Saints Preseason Finale
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