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Spencer Rattler

Spencer Rattler is an American football quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL draft after playing college football for the Oklahoma Sooners and South Carolina Gamecocks.

September 28, 2000: Spencer Rattler is born

Spencer Michael Rattler was born on September 28, 2000.

2008: Sam Bradford Sets Touchdown Record

In 2008, Sam Bradford set the Oklahoma record for most touchdown passes through two weeks with 8.

2013: First win against Clemson since 2013

In 2022, Rattler became the first South Carolina starting quarterback to beat Clemson since Connor Shaw in 2013.

2013: First finish in the AP Poll since 2013

South Carolina finished the season ranked No. 23 in 2022, it's first finish in the AP Poll since 2013.

2014: Highest AP Ranking since 2014

South Carolina reached its highest AP ranking since 2014 at No.20.

June 19, 2017: Unofficial visit to Oklahoma

On June 19, 2017, Spencer Rattler visited Oklahoma on an unofficial visit.

December 19, 2018: Signing with the Sooners

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

June 12, 2019: Enrolls at Oklahoma

On June 12, 2019, Rattler enrolled at Oklahoma.

2019: Top Ranked Recruit

Spencer Rattler was considered the consensus #1 quarterback in the 2019 recruiting class.

November 2021: Leaves Oklahoma

In November 2021, Rattler's personal coach announced he was leaving Oklahoma.

December 2021: Transfers to South Carolina

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

2022: Gator Bowl appearance

Rattler and the Gamecocks played in the 2022 Gator Bowl, finishing the season 8-5.

2022: Starting Quarterback for South Carolina

Spencer Rattler was the starting quarterback for South Carolina in 2022, leading them to an 8-5 record.

January 10, 2023: Returns to South Carolina

On January 10, 2023, Rattler announced he would be returning to South Carolina.

2023: One of the best quarterback seasons in South Carolina history

In 2023, Rattler had one of the best quarterback seasons in school history at South Carolina.

2024: Declares for NFL Draft

Rattler declared for the 2024 NFL draft following the season.

2024: Drafted to the NFL

Rattler was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.