The New Orleans Saints lost their preseason opener to the Los Angeles Chargers 27-13. The Chargers took an early lead, and the Saints trailed ever since. While the loss for New Orleans is disappointing, the preseason is about evaluating the talent on the roster and seeing who deserves more time/a spot on the 53-man roster.
Up: Tyler Shough
I’m expecting a bit of pushback for having Tyler Shough as a positive for the Saints in their loss. The second-round pick threw a questionable interception that the Chargers would take for a touchdown, furthering the gap between the two teams. However, Shough showed the ability to respond and, on the next drive, threw a 54-yard bomb to second-year wide receiver Mason Tipton.
Head coach Kellen Moore has emphasized that the young quarterbacks will make