Saints turn heads with surprising roster announcement on Friday

The New Orleans Saints are a sleeping giant in the NFL — a team that, in recent seasons, has fallen short of joining the ranks of true title contenders. But with the arrival of Kellen Moore as their new head coach, this storied franchise is looking to reestablish itself as one of the league’s main protagonists.

With Derek Carr now out of the picture following his retirement, and uncertainty still surrounding the starting quarterback position, the team is looking to reclaim its place in the NFC South — and perhaps even dream of a deep playoff run.

As the weeks go by, it will be a matter of watching how this team’s game develops. The Saints are going through a key phase of restructuring and are determined to return to the spotlight as one of the league’s top contenders.

Former UFL player joins the Saints

The week wrapped up with news of a new addition to Kellen Moore’s team — a player who, after entering the NFL, was unable to secure a spot on the Atlanta Falcons’ 2024 roster.

This past Friday, the Saints officially announced on their website the addition of Jayden Price to their offseason roster. Price entered the league out of North Dakota State and was originally drafted by the Falcons. However, he couldn’t secure a spot on Raheem Morris’s squad and continued his career with the Arlington Renegades.

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With this move, the Saints secure a defensive player with notable talent and athleticism — someone who could prove to be a key backup option should the need for depth arises throughout the season.

Jayden Price #23 of the North Dakota State Bison lines up against the Illinois State Redbirds at FARGODOME on October 29, 2022 in Fargo, North Dakota.

Expectations for the Saints’ new season

The New Orleans Saints are set for a significant transition heading into the upcoming season. With quarterback Derek Carr’s unexpected retirement due to a shoulder injury, the team is embarking on a new era. Kellen Moore takes the helm as the new head coach, bringing his offensive philosophy to a franchise eager for a fresh start.

All signs point to rookie Spencer Rattler stepping in as the starting QB. This marks a pivotal moment for the Saints, as they will rely on a young signal-caller to lead their offense. The focus will be on developing Rattler and integrating him into Moore’s system, while simultaneously seeking to establish a competitive team identity.

Despite these major changes, the Saints’ primary objective remains clear: to contend for a playoff spot. They aim to re-establish themselves as a postseason contender, navigating a challenging division and conference with a new leadership structure and a promising, yet unproven, quarterback at the forefront.

The first games of the regular season

• vs Arizona Cardinals, September 7th
• vs San Francisco 49ers, September 14th
• @ Seattle Seahawks, September 21st
• @ Buffalo Bills, September 28th
• vs New York Giants, October 5th