The New Orleans Saints depth has proven that they can’t be trusted after an embarrassing 34-0 defeat to the Los Angeles Rams in their second preseason competition. It was a performance filled with bad and ugly moments, making it difficult to find any positives coming out of the game. From the offensive line to the quarterback position and the defensive line, nearly everything seemed to go wrong for the Saints.
One sigh of relief is that the Saints starters weren’t apart of this beat down, as both Los Angeles and the New Orleans rested their starters. That gave the backups and reserves an opportunity to showcase their talent, make an impression and prove they can be trusted when their number is called. It was a valuable opportunity for players fighting for roster spots, but the performance raised more questions about the team’s depth.
The backups struggled with discipline, execution, discipline, and consistency, making it difficult to see many players truly separate themselves and make a strong case for a roster spot. Head coach Kellen Moore didn’t hide his disappointment following the ugly performance. He made it clear the team failed to meet the standard. “It was a step back in the progress we’ve made.”
New Orleans Saints are in major trouble if they have to rely on their depth
The New Orleans Saints depth was tested throughout the game, and the results were very concerning. The offensive line struggled mightily to protect the quarterback’s and create consistency in the running game.
The lack of protection only made matters worse, leaving both quarterbacks under pressure and unable to consistently get the offense moving. The backup quarterback’s failed to separate themselves behind Tyler Shough, with Zach Wilson throwing an interception and Spencer Rattler adding a pick-six.
The concerns linger into the running back room, where the Saints need more reliable production with Alvin Kamara to miss a chunk of the season. Kendre Miller showed some encouraging flashes but overall the position remains unsettled. The defensive line and secondary also struggled to consistently stop the Rams from moving the football and making plays.
This game was supposed to give the Saints reserves an opportunity to prove they could be trusted when their number is called. Instead, it raised even more questions about the team’s depth. Injuries are bound to happen over the course of an NFL season, and if this performance is any indication, New Orleans could have serious problems if it has to rely heavy on its depth.
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