Sun Oct 13 17:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Rookie Rattler to Start for Saints Against Buccaneers
**NEW ORLEANS, LA** – The New Orleans Saints are turning to their fifth-round draft pick, Spencer Rattler, to start at quarterback against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday. This comes after veteran Derek Carr was ruled out with an injury, forcing the Saints to choose between their two backups, Jake Haener and Rattler.
Despite Haener’s experience as the No. 2 quarterback for the first five games of the season, the Saints opted for the rookie Rattler. Offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak praised Rattler’s “natural easiness” and “swag,” highlighting the confidence the young quarterback brings to the field.
“You’ve got to be fearless as a quarterback,” Rattler said, embracing the challenge of his first NFL start.
The Buccaneers defense will undoubtedly look to exploit the inexperience of the rookie, but Rattler seems unfazed by the daunting task ahead. It’s a matchup that could come down to which team backs up their confidence on the field.
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