Saints Ignite New Era With Bold Quarterback Switch As Shough Gets Shot To Spark Season Turnaround

Shough’s road to the NFL hasn’t been easy. His college career spanned Oregon, Texas Tech, and Louisville, where he showed resilience and adaptability. A natural gunslinger with a strong arm and solid athleticism, Shough’s college tape was a mix of big plays and challenges under pressure. When protected, he was sharp, throwing for over 2,300 yards and 17 touchdowns with just two interceptions. But when the pocket broke down, his performance dipped, a concern given the Saints’ struggling offensive line this season. Still, the team is betting on his raw talent and potential to develop poise at the next level. It’s a gamble, but one they need to take. Saints Will Now Find Out How Long the Shough Era Will Last This decision is about more than one game or one player. For a team likely heading toward a high draft pick, the Saints need to evaluate whether Shough can be their long-term solution at quarterback. Giving him meaningful snaps now will help answer that question. It’s a massive opportunity for the rookie to prove he belongs and a chance for the Saints to ignite some hope in a tough season. For Saints fans, the hope is that this change marks a brighter beginning and finally answers the lingering question of when for those wondering what took so long.