Saints May Already Have Franchise QB In New Orleans
The New Orleans Saints lost Derek Carr to a sudden offseason retirement, and it didn't seem like they had another solid starting option on the roster.
After a long quarterback battle between Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough, head coach Kellen Moore opted to start Rattler and the decision has proven to be the correct one. Rattler has looked very impressive in his six weeks as the Saints starter.
Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski recently shared some high praise for Rattler and graded his Week 6 performance as a "B" for the Saints.
Spencer Rattler turning heads as Saints starting quarterback
"Spencer Rattler's plight this season feels like a broken record. The quarterback continues to play relatively well, but the New Orleans Saints are finding ways to lose games," Sobleski wrote. "Case in point, the Saints had a chance Sunday with under nine minutes in the fourth quarter to drive the ball and possibly take the lead. Instead, tight end Juwan Johnson fumbled.
"Otherwise, Rattler continued to play sound, efficient football. He hasn't committed a turnover in three straight games. He's tied for third in completions. He certainly feels he can play better, but he's not getting enough help, either. Otherwise, Rattler continued to play sound, efficient football. He hasn't committed a turnover in three straight games. He's tied for third in completions. He certainly feels he can play better, but he's not getting enough help, either."
Believe it or not, the Saints might have their franchise quarterback already on the roster. Rattler is still only 25 years old, a full year younger than Shough, and he's only getting better. On the season, he's thrown for 1,217 yards, six touchdowns and one interception. He's completing 68.5 percent of his passes, but the Saints aren't really opening the playbook for him yet.
Rattler has carried the ball 26 times for 143 yards and 15 first downs this year, too.
He's looked accurate and decisive, which has led to a lot less sacks this season compared to last. He's growing as a leader and as a quarterback while still being young.
The Saints will likely have a top five pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. If Rattler continues to produce at this rate, the Saints won't need to draft a quarterback with their top pick.
Bears Dominate Eagles in Stunning Upset, Proving They’re Legitimate Playoff Contenders
Philadelphia, PA – Nov. 28, 2025 – The Chicago Bears’ shocking 24-15 victory over the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles is not just a win—it’s a statement. A statement that the Bears are here to stay and they are no longer a team to be overlooked in the NFC playoff picture.
After a rocky 0-2 start to the season, the Bears have now won nine of their last ten games, with this victory marking their fifth straight. More importantly, they have firmly planted themselves in playoff contention, moving to 9-3 on the year. The win not only gives them a two-game cushion over the Detroit Lions in the NFC North, but also pushes them ahead of the Eagles in the standings, making them the number two seed if the season were to end today.
So how did they pull off this monumental upset?
The Bears took a page out of football’s history book. The team abandoned the pass-heavy play calling that’s taken over the modern NFL and instead imposed a dominant, old-school running game that turned the Eagles’ defense into a helpless spectator.
Chicago’s running back tandem of D'Andre Swift and rookie Kyle Monangai was simply unstoppable. Swift, who has been one of the most consistent backs this season, rushed for 125 yards on 18 carries, while Monangai, the seventh-round pick from this year’s draft, shocked everyone with a monster 130-yard performance on 22 carries. Together, they shredded the Eagles’ defense for a total of 281 rushing yards on 47 attempts. This marks the first time in 2025 that the Eagles allowed multiple 100-yard rushers in a single game—a feat that underscores just how thoroughly the Bears controlled the line of scrimmage.
The Eagles’ defense, which had previously been dominant against the run, was left reeling after the Bears’ powerful offensive display. Despite boasting one of the NFL’s best defensive lines, the Eagles couldn’t stop the Bears’ rushing attack from the opening whistle. Chicago’s offensive line, a unit that had been a weak point in previous seasons, deserves significant credit for their physicality and cohesion in this matchup. They consistently opened up gaping holes for Swift and Monangai, allowing the Bears to dominate the clock and control the tempo of the game.
"This was a team effort," said Bears' head coach Ben Johnson, who has quickly proven his worth as one of the NFL’s most innovative offensive minds. "We knew we had to be physical. We wanted to impose our will on them and control the game. Our offensive line was outstanding, and D’Andre and Kyle ran like men possessed. It was exactly the kind of game we needed."
The Bears’ defense also deserves recognition for holding up their end of the bargain. Despite giving up 15 points, they consistently pressured Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and kept Philadelphia from ever gaining a real rhythm on offense. The game was never really in doubt after Chicago built a two-possession lead midway through the second half.
For general manager Ryan Poles, the victory feels like a culmination of his efforts to rebuild this team into a true contender. Poles revamped the Bears’ offensive line, a unit that had been one of the NFL’s worst in recent years, and brought in Johnson to revitalize the offense. Now, with a potent running game and a solid defense, the Bears are ready to challenge for a top spot in the NFC.
“We’ve got the talent to compete with the best of them,” Poles said postgame. “We’ve come a long way from the start of the season, but we’re just getting started.”
With the win over the Eagles, the Bears silenced any doubts about their legitimacy as a playoff contender. In a season where many have doubted their credentials, Chicago’s physical, ground-and-pound style has made it clear: they are a team to be reckoned with.
As the Bears continue to roll, this performance will likely be remembered as the moment they truly announced their presence in the NFC. And with their playoff hopes firmly alive, expect this young, hungry team to be a dangerous opponent for anyone who stands in their way.
