Saints Face Injury Challenges Ahead of Buccaneers Game

The New Orleans Saints are grappling with significant injuries, particularly to quarterback Derek Carr, who is expected to miss multiple games due to an oblique injury suffered against the Kansas City Chiefs. With Carr sidelined, rookie Spencer Rattler is likely to start against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, marking the potential for his NFL debut. The Saints have struggled offensively, averaging only 16.3 points over their last three games, a stark contrast to their earlier success. They face a challenging schedule, playing back-to-back games against the Buccaneers and the Denver Broncos in quick succession. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers are also dealing with complications from Hurricane Milton, which has affected their travel and practice plans. The Saints hope to leverage a long break after these games to recover key players as they navigate this tough stretch.