Glendale, AZ
Aug 10, 2024
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The New Orleans Saints edged out a victory against the Arizona Cardinals, 16-14, in a thrilling preseason contest marked by strong defensive performances. The Saints, utilizing more starters, navigated a first half dominated by defenses to take a 6-0 lead courtesy of two field goals from Blake Grupe. Jake Haener, competing for the backup quarterback spot, showcased his skills with a 58-yard completion to A.T. Perry, setting up one of Grupe's scoring kicks. Despite the Cardinals outgaining the Saints in total yardage, the first half ended without any major offensive breakthroughs.
The third quarter saw Cardinals' running back Michael Carter breakthrough with an 11-yard touchdown, leveling the score before rookie Spencer Rattler, from the Saints, exhibited his burgeoning potential. A fifth-round pick out of South Carolina, Rattler, competed alongside Haener for the backup quarterback role, reclaiming the lead with a notable 4-yard rushing touchdown. Rattler's leadership in the closing moments resulted in Charlie Smyth's decisive 37-yard field goal in the final seconds, sealing the victory for New Orleans. Standout efforts from Carl Granderson on defense played a crucial role in the Saints managing to stymie the Cardinals' late offensive surge.
Blake Grupe (NO)
Blake Grupe opened the scoring with a crucial 26-yard field goal, underscoring the Saints' early defensive supremacy over the Cardinals.
Blake Grupe (NO)
Grupe enhanced the Saints' lead to 6-0 with a well-executed 33-yard field goal as the first half concluded, a testament to New Orleans' ability to capitalize on limited offensive progress.
Michael Carter (ARI)
Carter burst through New Orleans' defense for an 11-yard touchdown run, igniting the Cardinals' comeback and energizing their sidelines.
Spencer Rattler (NO)
Spencer Rattler restored New Orleans' lead with a strategically pivotal 4-yard touchdown run, highlighting his nimbleness and assertive decision-making under pressure.
Clayton Tune (ARI)
Clayton Tune demonstrated his late-game poise with a 10-yard touchdown pass to Tony Jones, temporarily giving the Cardinals a one-point advantage.
Charlie Smyth (NO)
Charlie Smyth sealed the victory for New Orleans with a precise and pressure-packed 37-yard field goal, executed flawlessly with just seconds left on the clock.
A.T. Perry (NO)
Perry's explosive 58-yard reception from Haener was a standout moment that set up a key field goal, underscoring his potential as a deep threat for the Saints.
Jake Haener (NO, QB)
Haener showcased his readiness as a backup with a solid showing, completing 9 of 13 passes for 107 yards, including a spectacular 58-yard pass that catalyzed a crucial scoring drive for the Saints.
Spencer Rattler (NO, QB)
Rattler, a local talent from Pinnacle High School, brought both poise and dynamism to the Saints' offense in his return to Arizona, finishing with 70 passing yards and a pivotal touchdown run that evidenced his dual-threat potential.
Michael Carter (ARI, RB)
Carter's athleticism shone through with his impactful 11-yard touchdown run, boosting the Cardinals' offensive momentum in the second half.
Taliese Fuaga (NO, LT)
Fuaga, the Saints' rookie left tackle selected 14th overall, played a substantial portion of the first half, contributing to the team's offensive stability and protection schemes.
Clayton Tune (ARI, QB)
Tune offered a reliable presence for the Cardinals' offense, completing 15 of 24 passes for 163 yards, and orchestrating a late fourth-quarter touchdown drive, proving his worth in the Cardinals' quarterback competition.
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