Saints routed by Rams, 34-0, to stay winless in the preseason

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The New Orleans Saints’ preseason is without a win after two games. The team was crushed by the Los Angeles Rams, 34-0.

With Tyler Shough sitting out for the second preseason game in a row, Zach Wilson got the start at quarterback. The veteran quarterback threw a touchdown pass last week against the Jaguars, but against the Rams Wilson struggled.

The former first-round pick completed 6 of 12 passes for 55 yards and an interception.

Spencer Rattler got the call in the second half, but he also struggled. The third-year QB threw a 100-yard pick six, extending the Rams’ advantage, 27-0.

New Orleans also was penalized 12 times for 96 yards in the contest.

On the opposite sideline, Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett completed 19 of 31 passes for 181 yards and rushed for two touchdowns.

The Saints finish their preseason slate at Dallas on Friday night. Kickoff is at 7 p.m., pregame is 6:30 p.m. on Fox 8.

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