Canal Street Chronicles
“After sleeping through the first half offensively, the Saints turned on the afterburners in the comeback win — their fourth straight victory, putting a bow on what had been a tough season. Granted, it came against a beleaguered Titans defense, but what Tyler Shough has done has paved the way for him to be New Orleans’ 2026 starter. Shough completed 12 of 16 passes for 251 yards and two TDs after halftime, and he did so without relying on his scrambling as much as we had seen in recent games. He and Kellen Moore appear to be in a groove right now, setting up the Saints as a potential future contender in an NFC South that doesn’t have a clear favorite right now. Also, it hasn’t been talked about a lot, but how good has Chase Young been? He’s shaping up to be one of the team’s best signings in recent years.“
“Rookie QB Tyler Shough threw for 333 yards and two touchdowns and the Saints have now won four straight. Not sure what else he has to do to prove he deserves to be the starter in New Orleans next season.“
“Aside from missing the playoffs, the New Orleans Saints have to be pleased with how their 2025 campaign has unfolded. They’ve won four straight and appear to be forging a real identity under rookie head coach Kellen Moore.
Just as importantly, New Orleans has seen considerable growth from quarterback Tyler Shough. The rookie has repeatedly shown signs that he can be the long-term answer that the Saints have lacked since Drew Brees’ retirement.
Shough has now thrown for 300-plus yards in back-to-back games, and he largely outplayed No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward in New Orleans’ latest victory. The Saints have to feel good about their chances of competing in the NFC South next season. — Knox”
“Tyler Shough is pushing to be the Offensive Rookie of the Year. He has been playing outstanding football for this team that has won four straight games.”
“I have begun my campaign to allow the Saints to be in the playoffs instead of the Buccaneers or Panthers. Tyler Shough in prime time? Who says no? ”
