Saints Begin Quarterback Competition Under Coach Kellen Moore

The New Orleans Saints enter the 2025 season with an open and competitive quarterback battle involving Spencer Rattler, Tyler Shough, Jake Haener, and rookie Hunter Dekkers under first-year head coach Kellen Moore. Rattler, who took the first-team reps at the start of training camp, is seen as a veteran presence, but Shough, the 2025 second-round pick and Moore's selection, is widely viewed as a likely starter eventually, with Moore emphasizing that no quarterback currently holds a distinct edge. Jake Haener and Dekkers also remain in the mix, with Haener viewing himself as an underdog motivated by being counted out. Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis highlighted the team's youth and developmental stage but expressed optimism about the revamped offensive and defensive lines, which could become a team strength. Moore is balancing the competition carefully, noting the importance of decision-making and consistency, and plans to make a quarterback decision in due time without rushing it. The overall atmosphere among the quarterbacks is collegial rather than toxic, as they strive to improve through friendly competition.