Spencer Rattler (left) and Stephen Curry (right) looking on.Spencer Rattler and Stephen Curry (Photos via Getty Images)
NFL fans are comparing New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler to Golden State Warriors superstar point guard Stephen Curry after a photo of the latter went viral.

Earlier this week, the Saints announced that Spencer Rattler will make his NFL debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Starting QB Derek Carr is out indefinitely after suffering an oblique injury in Week 5 against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Following news that Rattler would get the start against Tampa Bay, fans on social media started comparing the rookie QB to the four-time NBA Champion:

It’s been a unique path for Rattler to the NFL, to say the least. In the early stages of the 2021 NCAA football season, he was considered an early front-runner to go first overall in the 2022 NFL Draft.

 

Rattler lost his starting job to current Chicago Bears rookie Caleb Williams in the 2021 season, prompting him to transfer to South Carolina. Williams, of course, followed Lincoln Riley to USC in 2022.

Spencer Rattler had two excellent seasons at South Carolina to rebuild his confidence and stock. The Saints drafted him in the fifth round (150th overall) this year, providing more QB insurance behind the injury-prone Carr.

The 33-year-old Carr led the Saints to a 2-0 start that saw them put up consecutive 40 burgers. But the offense has cooled down considerably ever since, and the Saints have dropped three consecutive games as a result.

Spencer Rattler Has A Chance To Earn Starting QB Job

Derek Carr’s expensive contract meant the Saints had to start him at quarterback for Week 1 no matter what. But with Carr sidelined, the opportunity is there for Rattler to snag the starting job and hold onto it the rest of the way.

Could he pull a 2016 Dak Prescott, 2020 Jalen Hurts or 2022 Brock Purdy by impressing enough as a rookie to lock down the starting QB duties? Stay tuned.

Golden State Warriors Fans Were Literally Begging Steve Kerr To Play Stephen Curry In The Final Minutes Of Their Preseason Game

Fans voiced their frustration by chanting Stephen Curry's name to let Curry play in the final seconds of the Warriors game against the ClippersStephen Curry (Image Credit: Getty Images)
The Golden State Warriors kicked off their preseason with an exciting game against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Stan Sheriff Center in Hawaii. In a nail-biting matchup, Stephen Curry’s team managed to edge out the Clippers with a narrow 90-91 victory.

Curry, who only played 14 minutes, was the focal point for fans throughout the game. When head coach Steve Kerr benched him, fans were visibly shocked, anxiously calling for Curry’s return to the court. As the clock ticked to the final five seconds, “We want Curry” chants echoed in the arena.

The scenario proved the Warriors’ fan base’s deep trust and dependence on their star player. Despite the tense moments, the Warriors closed the game with a win, putting them ahead 1-0 in the preseason.

Curry’s leadership has been vital to the Warriors since he was drafted as the No. 7 pick in 2009. Over the years, he has earned the unwavering loyalty of the fan base by guiding the team to four championships.

However, this offseason saw a significant shift with Curry’s longtime teammate, Klay Thompson, leaving to join the Dallas Mavericks. This departure has only amplified the fans’ reliance on Curry to steer the team through challenging moments.

Stephen Curry Shines as Warriors Edge Out Clippers in Preseason Thriller

Stephen Curry kicked off the preseason with a solid performance, contributing 9 points, 1 rebound, and two assists in the Golden State Warriors’ narrow win. While Curry’s presence was pivotal, he wasn’t the only standout. Lindy Waters III and Moses Moody also played key roles in securing the Warriors’ victory.

Waters III impressed with 15 points, three rebounds, and one assist. Moody added 12 points, 4 rebounds, and one assist to round out a well-balanced Warriors effort.

On the Clippers’ side, James Harden and Ivica Zubac put up strong efforts to lead their team to a win. Harden recorded 13 points, two rebounds, and one assist, while Zubac added 14 points, six rebounds, and one assist.

Norman Powell and Kobe Brown also chipped in with 11 points each. But it wasn’t enough to prevent the team from falling short. The Warriors are set to face the Sacramento Kings in their next preseason game on October 10.