Spencer Rattler is preparing for his NFL debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Rattler’s week of preparation included a motivational text from legendary former New Orleans Saints quarterback Archie Manning.

Manning knows what it’s like to be in this position. He made his first start as a rookie in 1971 with New Orleans. Manning’s message was simple: “He reached out a few days ago and just said he was rooting for me.”

Rattler went on to call Manning a great resource. This isn’t the first time he’s reached out to the young quarterback. Rattler said the Saints legend spoke to him after the draft to congratulate Rattler. This isn’t just because Rattler was picked by the Saints. Rattler impressed him at the 2022 Manning Passing Academy, and since meeting him that relationship has grown into something of a mentorship.

Rattler described it this way: “We have built a great relationship over the years. He always checked on me after games over the years.”

That’s a great resource to have in your corner. Let’s see if Rattler can make the most of this opportunity.