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Saints’ guard gives Tyler Shough reality check despite draft position

The New Orleans Saints are in the midst of a quarterback battle after Derek Carr announced his retirement this offseason. The front office used a second-round pick on former Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough, and he has a real chance at starting right away.

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Saints Could Get Huge Boost With 4-Time Pro Bowler

The New Orleans Saints are in one of the most vulnerable divisions in football and have a veteran group on their hands. Sure, the quarterback position has some questions.

New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / June 27

PFF Ranks New Orleans Saints Defensive Line as Worst in the NFL for 2025 Season

PFF does not highly rank the New Orleans Saints' defensive line in their latest positional rankings. Zoltán Buday of Pro Football Focus released his defensive line rankings on Wednesday, placing the Saints at 32nd. The Saints finished 18th in sacks and had the third-worst rushing defense in 2024.

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Spencer Rattler News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Saints Receiver Has ‘Growing Connection’ With Spencer Rattler

As the New Orleans Saints navigate the offseason, the quarterback competition between second-year QB Spencer Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough is a huge narrative.

New Orleans Saints News / Last Word On Sports / June 27

Saints Fan Favorite Named A Potential Cut Candidate – 3 Suitors Emerge

Taysom Hill is one of the most iconic players on the New Orleans Saints, but his time with the club could be coming to an end. One of the few remaining holdovers from the Drew Brees/Sean Payton Era, the do-everything Swiss Army knife may not be a fit with the current organization.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Saints 23-Year-Old Turning Heads Before 2025 Season

There are reasons to have hope specifically about the New Orleans Saints' offensive line for the 2025 season. New Orleans has one of the top overall centers in football in Erik McCoy.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 27

1 obvious New Orleans Saints trade candidate entering 2025 training camp

The New Orleans Saints are entering a new era under head coach Kellen Moore. New Orleans was never quite able to get over the hump after losing Drew Brees and Sean Payton.

Kellen Moore News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Saints Vet Could Surprisingly ‘Reach Another Level’ In 2025

The New Orleans Saints are entering a new era. With new head coach Kellen Moore bringing a fresh approach to the team’s playbook, fans are excited. Among the players who could thrive under Moore's system is a seasoned tight end who has steadily built a reliable presence in the Saints’ lineup.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / June 27

Saints starter gives team advice amid reported rise of Tyler Shough

Saints starter gives team advice amid reported rise of rookie QB Tyler Shough

Per just about every account regarding what could become a quarterback competition in name only, Shough entered the summer as the favorite to be the New Orleans Saints' Week 1 starter over 2024 fifth-round draft pick Spencer Rattler and 2023 fourth-rounder Jake Haener.

Rookie Tyler Shough makes promise to Saints after Derek Carr retirement

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Marques Colston News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Saints Fan-Favorite Among Steals Of ‘Millennium’

The New Orleans Saints have done a great job in the National Football League Draft over the years. That’s an understatement. New Orleans clearly knows what it’s doing, which should give fans some hope.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / June 27

How Saints RB Devin Neal was a steal

Why the rookie could be a big part of the offense in 2025. The running back class of the 2025 NFL Draft was absolutely stacked, with some calling it the deepest the draft has ever seen.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Why Saints QB Tyler Shough Still Hasn't Signed His Contact

Don’t worry New Orleans Saints fans, everything is going to be okay. New Orleans drafted Tyler Shough with the No. 40 pick in the 2025 National Football League Draft.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 27

Analyst Urges Saints To Sign Ex-Patriots 5-Time Pro Bowler

Believe it or not, the New Orleans Saints suddenly have cap space again. After years of navigating stormy financial waters, New Orleans' front office has skillfully restructured contracts and maneuvered funds to create approximately $28 million in effective cap space for the upcoming season.

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New Orleans Saints News / Gridiron Heroics / June 27

New Orleans Saints’ Tyler Shough Lays Out Why He’s Unbreakable: ‘You’re not going to faze me’

The New Orleans Saints surprised with their second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Although many believed going into the draft that the Saints could

Chris Olave News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 26

Why Saints Should Give Blockbuster Extension Right Now

Should the New Orleans Saints attempt to lock up Chris Olave on a long-term contract extension? New Orleans doesn't necessarily need to. Olave is under contract for the 2025 season and the fifth-year option on his rookie deal already has picked up for the 2026 season.

Alvin Kamara News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 26

Alvin Kamara To Broncos? NFL Writer Pitches Surprise Saints Blockbuster

Alvin Kamara may not have made a Pro Bowl since 2021, but he's still a very, very good football player. The New Orleans Saints' star running back turns 30 next month, and in just eight years in the league, he's racked up 11,541 scrimmage yards.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 26

Saints Superstar Among Steals Of The 'Millennium’

The New Orleans Saints have had plenty of superstars throughout the franchise’s illustrious history. New Orleans was fortunate to have one of the most dominant tight ends in recent memory.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Saints rumors: The 5-time Pro Bowler who would be a great fit

If the New Orleans Saints are going to be competitive, they still have roster work to do. And they need to sort out the quarterback position. Also, a five-time Pro Bowler would be a great fit for the Saints.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 26

Why Is No One Talking About Saints First-Round Pick With ‘Mean Streak’?

The New Orleans Saints selected a can’t-miss prospect in the first round of the 2025 National Football League draft, so why is no one talking about him?

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The '2023-24 NFL receiving leaders by team' quiz

Can you name the player to lead each NFL team in receiving yards in the 2023-24 season?

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / June 26

Tyler Shough makes promise to Saints after Carr retirement

Rookie Tyler Shough makes promise to Saints after Derek Carr retirement

The surprising retirement of Carr this past spring resulted in Shough being penciled in atop the depth chart as the club's new starter heading into training camp.

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New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / June 25

New Orleans Saints Add Up-and-Coming Director of Rehabilitation to Their Medical Staff

The New Orleans Saints have quickly filled a hole in their medical staff. The Saints are hiring Boise State's Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance

Michael Thomas News / A to Z Sports / June 25

Former Saints WR Michael Thomas loses popular nickname to despised rival player that has a history with New Orleans

Slant King. Slant Merchant. Slant Man. Michael Thomas heard it all during his days with the New Orleans Saints. Many NFL fans and even parts of NFL media began to critique Thomas' game with the Saints because they felt that he lacked a downfield presence.