Janice R. Andrews
Spencer Rattler, a former South Carolina quarterback, expressed his pleasure and thankfulness after getting selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Rattler, the first South Carolina quarterback picked since Todd Ellis in 1990, expressed his feelings during his first NFL interview.
“I’m quite excited. “I’m very blessed,” Rattler stated. “I’ve had this dream since I was a tiny kid. I feel blessed to be here. Blessed that the Saints chose me.”
Rattler emphasized the great communication he had with the Saints during the pre-draft process, as well as the strong connection he felt during his visit to New Orleans.
“I could tell they liked me when I went there,” Rattler explained. “I had a fantastic experience in New Orleans a couple of weeks ago during my stay. We had a nice supper with the quarterback coach. Excellent meetings with the coaches. It was a great feeling down there with everyone. I definitely clicked with them and knew they’d be in the mix. I’m quite glad they arrived and got me.”
Rattler recognized his participation at the Senior Bowl with assisting him in making the transition to professional football.
“I could tell they liked me when I went there,” Rattler explained. “I had a fantastic experience in New Orleans a couple of weeks ago during my stay. We had a nice supper with the quarterback coach. Excellent meetings with the coaches. It was a great feeling down there with everyone. I definitely clicked with them and knew they’d be in the mix. I’m quite glad they arrived and got me.”
Rattler recognized his participation at the Senior Bowl with assisting him in making the transition to professional football.
When asked about his strengths and areas for progress, Rattler stressed his ability to make all throws on the field while also recognizing the importance of continual development.
“I feel like I am a quarterback that can make all the throws on the field,” Rattler was quoted as saying. “Very accurate. I can extend my legs as an athlete. Go get a first down and make an explosive run when I need it. “Can create and extend.”
Throughout the interview, Rattler thanked his coaches, teammates, and mentors for their encouragement and support.
“I think having success and having adversity, that helps shape you as a player and person,” Rattler said. “I would not change anything about my college experience. I’m ready for the next stage. I know I’m prepared.”
Rattler’s selection by the Saints is a huge milestone in his football career, and he appears ready to face the difficulties and possibilities that await him in the NFL.
