Heading into the 2025 Training Camp, the New Orleans Saints face a number of critical questions that will determine the trajectory of their season. With new leadership under Head Coach Kellen Moore, a retooled offense, and new defensive faces brought in by DC Brandon Staley, this training camp will be the ultimate proving ground. Let’s dive into 15 burning questions that could define the Saints’ campaign.
OFFENSIVE QUESTIONS
1. Who will be the starting quarterback?
With Derek Carr now retired, the spotlight falls on rookie Tyler Shough and second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler. Both bring different styles and strengths, and their battle will dominate headlines throughout camp.
2. Can the new offense thrive under Kellen Moore?
Kellen Moore and OC Doug Nussmeier bring a fresh offensive identity. Will the Saints’ personnel adapt quickly to a modern, motion-based scheme?
3. Will the depth at wide receiver be sufficient?
Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed are locked in, but injuries and inconsistencies exposed a lack of reliable depth in 2024. Who steps up?
4. Can Brandin Cooks provide the veteran presence and production the Saints need?
Back in New Orleans, Cooks brings speed and experience. His connection with the new QBs will be key.
5. Who will emerge in the running back room behind Alvin Kamara?
With Cam Akers, Devin Neal, Kendre Miller, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the mix, the RB2 spot is wide open.
6. How will the tight end group perform?
With Foster Moreau and Taysom Hill recovering from injury, and Juwan Johnson and rookie Moliki Matavao also on the roster, the TE group needs health and consistency.
7. Can the new offensive line coalesce quickly?
The Saints drafted Kelvin Banks Jr. and welcome back a healthy Erik McCoy. But all eyes will be on players like Trevor Penning to prove their value.
8. Will the offensive line provide enough protection?
The line has struggled in pass protection in recent years. Their ability to keep the quarterback upright is foundational to success.
DEFENSIVE QUESTIONS
9. How will the defensive line perform?
Brandon Staley’s multiple front scheme will test the versatility of a line anchored by Cam Jordan, Bryan Bresee, Chase Young, and Davon Godchaux.
10. Can Alontae Taylor become a true No. 1 cornerback?
With Lattimore’s future unclear, Taylor has a golden opportunity to become the lead man in the secondary.
11. How will the new acquisitions in the secondary fit in?
Justin Reid and Isaac Yiadom will need to mesh quickly with veterans like Tyrann Mathieu. Chemistry will be critical in this revamped backfield.
SPECIAL TEAMS & INTANGIBLES
12. Can the special teams unit improve?
Phil Galiano takes over as ST coordinator. His first job: clean up coverage breakdowns and identify a reliable kicker and returner.
13. Will the Saints be able to stay healthy?
Injuries to McCoy, Olave, and Hill hurt the team badly last year. Load management and camp protocols will be scrutinized.
14. How will the team leadership emerge?
With a new coaching staff, it’s up to veterans like Demario Davis to anchor the locker room and set the tone.
15. Can the Saints overcome past struggles and find a winning identity?
After a disappointing 2024, the Saints look for a cultural reset. Camp will be the first chance to see if this team is truly united under Moore’s vision.
Saints 2025 Camp Questions Overview
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Question
Key Players Involved
Impact Level
1
Who will be the starting quarterback?
Tyler Shough, Spencer Rattler
🔥 High
2
Can the new offense thrive under Kellen Moore?
Kellen Moore, Doug Nussmeier
🔥 High
3
Will WR depth be sufficient?
Olave, Shaheed, young WRs
Medium
4
Can Brandin Cooks provide needed production?
Brandin Cooks, QBs
Medium
5
Who will emerge at RB2?
Kamara, Akers, Neal, Miller, CEH
Medium
6
How will the tight end group perform?
Johnson, Hill, Moreau, Matavao
Medium
7
Can O-line coalesce quickly?
Banks Jr., Penning, McCoy
🔥 High
8
Will pass protection improve?
Full offensive line
🔥 High
9
How will the D-line perform under Staley?
Cam Jordan, Bresee, Young, Godchaux
🔥 High
10
Can Alontae Taylor be CB1?
Alontae Taylor
Medium
11
How will new secondary fits blend in?
Reid, Yiadom, Mathieu
Medium
12
Can special teams improve?
Phil Galiano, kickers, returners
Medium
13
Will the Saints stay healthy?
McCoy, Olave, Hill, medical/training staff
🔥 High
14
How will team leadership take shape?
Demario Davis, vet leaders
Medium
15
Can Saints find their winning identity in 2025?
Entire roster & staff
🔥 High
The 2025 Saints aren’t just trying to fix last season’s failures — they’re trying to build something new. With questions ranging from quarterback to locker room leadership, training camp will be the proving ground for whether this franchise is truly ready to turn the corner.
