If this isn't rock bottom, it's as close as it gets. A midgame quarterback change couldn't save the New Orleans Saints in Week 8's loss to Tampa Bay:

The New Orleans Saints enter Week 9 against the Los Angeles Rams searching for a spark, and they may get one in the form of a major change under center as rookie quarterback Tyler Shough takes over for Spencer Rattler, per ESPN. Here are three keys that the Saints need to apply in order to get it right this week:

The 1-7 Saints are off to their worst eight-game start since 1999, which was their final season under Mike Ditka. New Orleans ranks No. 27 in total offense (295 yards per game) and No. 29 in scoring offense (16 points per game).

The Bears could be without one of their top playmakers as they prepare for a short-week matchup against the Saints. Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears defeated the Washington Commanders and Jayden Daniels 25-24 on “Monday Night Football.” It came on a game-winning field goal from Jake Moody as time expired.

Follow along for live updates from Soldier Field as the Bears try and win their fourth game in a row vs. New Orleans.

The Los Angeles Rams held their second practice of the week on Thursday, and there was one small change to their injury report.

The Miami Dolphins play the Baltimore Ravens in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season. Who wins? See our predictions and picks, plus the odds for the game.