New Orleans Saints
NFC South | 5-12-0
Avg PTS
19.88
Rank: 25th
Avg Yds
334.35
Rank: 21st
Avg PYds
219.41
Rank: 22nd
Avg RYds
114.94
Rank: 14th
Posted 1/05/2025 10:45 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints QB Spencer Rattler went 26-for-42 for 240 yards and one touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 18. He also rushed for 11 yards on one carry during the game.
Huddle Up: There is a good chance that Derek Carr will not be with the Saints next season, so Rattler likely will have a chance to win the starting job. He threw three touchdowns and five interceptions in limited playing time this season and probably will only be a No. 2 quarterback in most leagues if he starts next season.
Posted 1/05/2025 5:00 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (knee) is officially active for the Week 18 game.
Huddle Up: Johnson was targeted 10 times during the last game and finished with 66 yards, so he could have a solid role in the passing game this week. He could be a possible low-end No. 1 tight end in some deeper leagues.
Posted 1/05/2025 4:43 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara (groin) is not active for Week 18's game versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Huddle Up: Kamara had been listed as doubtful on the injury report after missing all three of the Saints' practice sessions during the week. RBs Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Jamaal Williams are expected to split the carries in the New Orleans backfield this afternoon and both players can be viewed as flex options in deeper fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/04/2025 8:59 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Chris Olave (head) was ruled out for Week 18 on Saturday, Jan 4. Olave was previously listed as questionable.
Huddle Up: It would've made no sense for the Saints to run Olave out there with nothing to play for. No Saints are worth starting in Week 18 with Spencer Rattler under center.
Posted 1/04/2025 4:01 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints QB Spencer Rattler will start Week 18's game versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Huddle Up: Rattler will be making his sixth start of the season after QB Derek Carr (hand) missed all three of the Saints' practice sessions this week. He has not posted great numbers during his rookie campaign and is not a recommended fantasy option in any format.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:58 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr (hand) did not participate in participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and has been ruled out for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Spencer Rattler will be receiving another start this season and could be a possible option for the starting job next season. He has not posted great numbers this season and can be avoided in fantasy leagues this week.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:55 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints RB Kendre Miller (concussion) did not participate in participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and has been ruled out for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Jamaal Williams shared playing time after Miller left the Week 17 game and probably will split the snaps again this week. They can be possible flex options in some deeper leagues.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:52 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara (groin) did not participate in participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as doubtful for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Kamara likely will not be able to play, so Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Jamaal Williams probably will share most of the work at running back during the game. Both could be possible flex options in some deeper leagues.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:49 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Johnson probably will be available for the Week 18 and should be a big part of the passing game if he plays. He can be a low-end No. 1 tight end in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:47 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Chris Olave (concussion) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 3, but is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Olave is currently on the Reserve/Injured list, so fantasy players will have to see if he will be activated prior to the game. He likely will only see a few targets if he plays and will be a risky fantasy option.
Posted 1/03/2025 8:44 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (chest) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is not on the injury report for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Valdes-Scantling has been productive when healthy since joining the Saints and should see a decent amount of targets this week. He can be a possible flex option in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:54 am GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Chris Olave (head) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Olave is added to the 53-man roster before the Week 18 game. He probably will see a few targets if he is cleared to play and could be a flex option in some leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:52 am GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (chest) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Valdes-Scantling did not play in the Week 17 game but seems to have a chance to play this week. He will see a handful of targets if he is active and could be a possible flex option in some deeper leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:49 am GMT
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Johnson was targeted a season-high 10 times in the last game and finished the game with a season-high 66 yards. He should see a decent amount of targets if he plays and can be a low-end No. 1 tight end in deeper leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:48 am GMT
New Orleans Saints RB Kendre Miller (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Miller will need to pass his concussion tests before he can play, so fantasy players should keep an eye on the situation. He likely will start if he is cleared to play and can be a flex option in leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:45 am GMT
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara (groin) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Kamara has missed the last few games because of the injury and could sit again if he does not practice this week. He is a weekly starting option when healthy, but fantasy players likely will need to use other players in their lineups.
Posted 1/02/2025 1:42 am GMT
New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr (hand) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Carr was expected to participate in a simulated game this week, but it seems like he has not made enough progress to play. Fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation but should not count on him playing.
Posted 12/31/2024 1:48 am GMT
New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr (hand) is expected to participate in a simulated game this week to see if he has a chance to play in Week 18, according to interim head coach Darren Rizzi.
Huddle Up: Carr has not played since early December because of his hand injury but may have a chance to play in the finale depending on how he feels during the simulated game. He is not a starting option in standard leagues but could be a possible option in two-quarterback leagues.
Posted 12/31/2024 1:36 am GMT
New Orleans Saints RB Kendre Miller (concussion) is going through the concussion protocol.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Miller has a chance to play in the regular season finale. Miller will see some work if he plays and could be a possible flex option if Alvin Kamara sits again.
Posted 12/29/2024 11:48 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints TE Foster Moreau caught three passes on five targets for 47 yards and a TD on a trick play vs. the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 on Sunday, Dec. 29.
Huddle Up: Moreau has managed to be mildly relevant of late with modest involvement and two scores in the last three games. Tampa Bay is next up, and this defense has everything on the line in Week 18. The matchup is awesome for volume but not so much when it comes to TDs against by the position, so Moreau should be avoided.
Posted 12/29/2024 11:47 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (chest) was targeted twice but failed to secure either vs. the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 on Sunday, Dec. 29. He took a hard hit late in the game and was treated by medical staff while down but managed to walk off on his own.
Huddle Up: Despite a rather favorable matchup ahead, MVS is not a playable commodity in all remaining playoff formats. He could serve as a weak punt play in DFS, provided he is available.
Posted 12/29/2024 11:43 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson was targeted a team-high 10 times, landing six for 66 yards vs. the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 on Sunday, Dec. 29.
Huddle Up: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have everything to play for in the upcoming week, and Johnson was held to a 3-48-0 line in the earlier meeting. The upside is low, but he has utility in PPR formats for those in need of a player with a pulse.
Posted 12/29/2024 11:27 pm GMT
New Orleans Saints QB Spencer Rattler connected on 20 of 36 attempts for 218 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions vs. the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 on Sunday, Dec. 29. He rushed for a team-high 46 yards on three carries, and Rattle was sacked thrice.
Huddle Up: The rookie flashes here and there but offers no fantasy utility in any format vs. a Tampa Bay defense that has everything on the line in Week 18.
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