History of Spencer Rattler in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 11, 2025

Spencer Rattler is an American football quarterback currently playing for the New Orleans Saints in the NFL. He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners, earning All-Big 12 honors in 2020, before transferring to the South Carolina Gamecocks for his final two seasons. Rattler was drafted by the Saints in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL draft.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 28, 2000: Spencer Rattler's Birth

On September 28, 2000, Spencer Michael Rattler was born. He would later become a professional football quarterback.

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2008: Sam Bradford's Touchdown Record

In 2008, Sam Bradford set a record for most touchdown passes through two weeks. Spencer Rattler later tied that record.

2013: Last Win against Clemson

In 2013, Connor Shaw was the last South Carolina starting quarterback to beat Clemson before Spencer Rattler's win in 2022.

2013: Last AP Poll Finish

The 2022 season marked the program's first finish in the AP Poll since 2013, when they finished No. 4.

2014: Highest AP Ranking

In 2014, South Carolina reached its highest AP ranking. In 2022, Rattler helped the team tie this record.

June 19, 2017: Unofficial Visit to Oklahoma

On June 19, 2017, Spencer Rattler made an unofficial visit to Oklahoma, which was followed by his commitment to the university a week later.

December 19, 2018: Signing Letter of Intent

On December 19, 2018, Spencer Rattler signed his letter of intent to play for coach Lincoln Riley and the Oklahoma Sooners.

June 12, 2019: Enrollment at Oklahoma

On June 12, 2019, Spencer Rattler enrolled at the University of Oklahoma. He played in three games during the 2019 season, allowing him to redshirt his freshman year.

2019: High School Recruit Ranking

In 2019, Spencer Rattler was considered the consensus #1 quarterback and #1 overall prospect from Arizona in the recruiting class.

2020: All-Big 12 Honors

In 2020, Spencer Rattler received first-team All-Big 12 honors while playing college football for the Oklahoma Sooners.

November 2021: Announcement of Personal Coach Leaving Oklahoma

In November 2021, Mike Giovando, Spencer Rattler's personal coach, announced that he would be leaving Oklahoma.

December 2021: Transfer Announcement

In December 2021, Spencer Rattler announced he would be transferring to the University of South Carolina to play for the South Carolina Gamecocks.

2022: Starting Quarterback for South Carolina

In 2022, as the starting quarterback for South Carolina, Spencer Rattler led his team to an 8-5 record, throwing for 3,012 passing yards and eighteen touchdowns. His performance included two major upsets against Tennessee and Clemson.

2022: Gator Bowl Loss

In the 2022 Gator Bowl, Spencer Rattler and the South Carolina Gamecocks lost to Notre Dame 45-38, finishing the season 8-5 and ranked No. 23.

January 10, 2023: Return to South Carolina

On January 10, 2023, Spencer Rattler announced he would return to South Carolina for the 2023 season.

2023: Career-High Season

In 2023, Spencer Rattler led South Carolina to a 5-7 record, achieving a career-high 3,186 passing yards and 275 completions.

2024: Senior Bowl MVP and NFL Draft Declaration

In 2024, Spencer Rattler declared for the NFL draft, finishing fifth in career passing yards and first in career completion percentage at South Carolina. He also played in the 2024 Senior Bowl and was named its MVP.

2024: NFL Draft Selection

In 2024, Spencer Rattler was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the NFL draft.

2024: Drafted by New Orleans Saints

In 2024, Spencer Rattler was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round with the 150th overall pick in the NFL draft.

2024: Preseason Performance

In the 2024 preseason, Spencer Rattler completed 20 of 38 pass attempts for 202 yards and a passing touchdown, and he also had an 8-yard rushing touchdown.