Vic Fangio expressed surprise at Za’Darius Smith’s sudden retirement, emphasizing respect for his decision and acknowledging Smith’s positive impact on the team. With Nolan Smith on Injured Reserve, Fangio plans to utilize the remaining edge rushers and hinted at Jihaad Campbell potentially taking on more snaps, while remaining open to trades ahead of the November 4 deadline.
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The New Orleans Saints will start second-round quarterback Tyler Shough in Week 9 against the Rams, replacing Spencer Rattler after an underwhelming 1-7 start. Shough, the 40th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, previously played at Oregon and Texas Tech, and has completed 17 of 23 passes for 12 yards and an interception in two games this season. Want More Context? 🔎
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