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Canal Street Chronicles fantasy football takes on Zach Wilson
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Canal Street Chronicles about Zach Wilson.
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All Canal Street Chronicles insights about Zach Wilson
PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026
Played well in preseason action with solid efficiency: 9-of-12 for 93 yards with zero turnovers; faced significant pressure (7 times) and was sacked once.NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026
Wilson appeared in the Saints' preseason finale against Dallas, where he was sacked during the fourth quarter in a 27-24 victory. The sack occurred in a game where New Orleans showed significant improvement in penalty discipline (four accepted penalties for 39 yards) compared to earlier preseason performances.PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026
Entered at quarterback for the Saints in the third quarter and led the game-winning drive in the fourth quarter, completing 4 of 4 passes for 38 yards to secure the Saints' first preseason win 27-24 over Dallas.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
Wilson had a solid preseason rebound after struggling against the Rams, completing 9-of-12 passes for 93 yards. The source indicates he "looked great in the team's preseason debut" and that strong showings from both young passers give the team confidence heading into the regular season, though the QB2 decision remains difficult.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
QB Zach Wilson completed 9 of 12 passes for 93 yards with a 96.9 passer rating and added a rushing touchdown in the preseason finale, making a final push for the QB2 job with solid efficiency and dual-threat upside.NegativeBustAug 27, 2026
Zach Wilson struggled in the Saints' preseason Week 3 loss to the Rams and will not have a major role in Week 3; the backup quarterback job remains wide open, with the possibility that poor performances from both Wilson and Spencer Rattler could prompt the Saints to add another QB to the room.NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026
Wilson is competing with Rattler for the Saints No. 2 QB spot but has shown concerning regression. The source notes Wilson "had his moments against the Jaguars, but the regression that took place against the Rams has to be noticed." In his start vs. the Rams, Wilson completed 6-of-12 for 55 yards with 1 interception. The source states "the confidence in the backups is not high right now," and neither Wilson nor Rattler has "really taken the job." Wilson will have an opportunity this week to prove last week was a fluke.NegativeProjectionAug 24, 2026
Wilson struggled in the Saints' preseason opener, failing to generate scoring opportunities and throwing an interception to Al'Zillion Hamilton on 3rd-and-11 in the second quarter, which led to a Rams touchdown and contributed to New Orleans' offensive futility.NegativeProjectionAug 23, 2026
Zach Wilson's QB2 battle prospects took a significant hit in the second preseason game after impressing in the first outing. Wilson was indecisive, antsy in the pocket, and inaccurate, finishing 6-of-12 for 55 yards and an interception. The source notes this was a stark contrast to his strong initial preseason appearance where he looked like the favorite for the backup role.NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026
Saints QB Zach Wilson threw an interception to Rams cornerback Al'zillion Hamilton on the first play of the second quarter, leading to a Stetson Bennett TD run. Wilson was benched in the second half, replaced by Spencer Rattler, signaling the source's assessment that the backup performed similarly poorly.PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026
Won Canal Street Chronicles poll with 35% of votes as most impressive player in Saints preseason debut against Jaguars; completed 11 of 16 passes for 145 yards, 1 touchdown, 0 interceptions, and 118 QBR in his New Orleans debut. Second-overall pick in 2021 NFL Draft signed one-year deal with Saints in March after spending 2025 season with Miami Dolphins. Competing with Spencer Rattler for backup quarterback role and expected to get significant playing time again in Week 2 against Rams.PositiveDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
The source projects that Zach Wilson will once again outplay Spencer Rattler in the preseason game, resulting in Wilson winning the QB2 job, indicating a positive depth chart outcome and competitive advantage for Wilson.PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026
Backup QB Zach Wilson looked good in his limited playing time during Saints preseason Week 2, demonstrating competence in the backup role and potentially positioning himself as a reliable contingency option.NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026
At some point, the Saints will play Zach Wilson in the backup QB competition. Wilson left Saturday's game against the Jaguars having arguably been the best quarterback on the field for either team, finishing 11-of-16 for 145 yards and one touchdown. However, during the joint practice session with the Cowboys, Wilson had eight attempts but completed only four and threw an interception, showing inconsistency between game and practice performance. This makes the battle for the No. 2 job interesting: Rattler may have the better week in practice, but if Wilson can string together better game-day performances, it may give him the edge.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
Saints backup QB Zach Wilson looked like the best QB in the Saints' backup competition in Week 2 preseason, delivering an interesting performance that has taken the backup QB battle in an interesting direction.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
The Saints' 3rd string QB provided a spark to the offense late in the second half when he came in to relieve starter Spencer Rattler. Wilson finished with 145 yards on 8/11 passing and 1 touchdown on 4 total drives between the second and third quarters, including an 84-yard drive in 1:02 with two completions of 28+ yards. The source notes that if Wilson keeps this up he may wind up being named the Saints backup QB, with the next two preseason games to show more in what is becoming an intriguing battle for the backup QB position.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
Backup QB made a strong case for the backup job after entering midway through the second quarter and finishing 11-of-16 for 145 yards, one touchdown, a quarterback rating of 118.0, and a PFF grade of 81.2. The source notes Wilson 'looked really good and efficient' and 'seemed in control and comfortable with the entire offense while he was in the game,' suggesting he was not previously thought to be in a battle for the backup role but has now elevated his standing.PositiveProjectionAug 17, 2026
Former second-overall pick QB Zach Wilson had a very impressive debut in New Orleans, completing 11 of 16 passes for 145 yards and a touchdown while avoiding any turnovers in Week 1 preseason against Jacksonville.PositiveProjectionAug 16, 2026
Wilson was the Saints' best passer in Week 1 preseason, completing 11-of-16 for 145 yards, 1 TD, and 0 turnovers with just 1 sack. His 9.1 yards per attempt led all Saints QBs; he passed for more total yards than Spencer Rattler and Hunter Dekkers combined and was the only QB to record a passing TD. The source notes his quick, accurate throws into tight coverage suggest he has opened the door to a legitimate QB2 competition.PositiveUsageAug 16, 2026
Led the Saints offense on a productive drive in the second quarter, connecting with multiple receivers including Oscar Delp for a touchdown and Bub Means for 37 yards; also found Barion Brown for 28 yards in the 2-minute drill before halftime.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Saints signed Zach Wilson in free agency as a backup QB competition candidate. Wilson was the 2nd overall pick in 2021 but struggled with the Jets and made stops in Denver and Miami the past two seasons. The source notes that Kellen Moore, an offensive genius and former quarterback, could help Wilson develop into his full potential, making him a viable contender in the backup competition despite his past struggles.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
Wilson is competing against Spencer Rattler for the backup QB role, but the source expects Rattler to prevail despite the competition being closer than many expect.NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026
Free agent signing competing for the Saints backup QB position behind starter Tyler Shough; in direct competition with 3rd year QB Spencer Rattler and Hunter Dekkers, who returned after impressing in the UFL with Houston Gamblers.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
The source identifies Wilson as a training camp surprise candidate for the QB2 position despite being labeled a draft bust early in his career. The source notes that Wilson was a former #2 overall selection and argues that QB development takes time, especially for a QB who was not ready to start in the NFL. The source compares Wilson's trajectory to Sam Darnold (Super Bowl winner), Baker Mayfield (current starter), Daniel Jones (current starter), and Mac Jones (projected future starter), all of whom carried the draft bust label early. The source contends that if Wilson feels comfortable in the Saints' offense and develops under their staff, he could have a strong training camp and preseason that leads to winning the QB2 job, despite Spencer Rattler currently being the likely candidate.