Overview
- After Shough’s Week 10 victory in Charlotte, Brees called the performance impressive and said the quarterback will improve with experience and repetitions.
- Brees emphasized traits that stood out in scouting Shough, citing extensive college experience, toughness, arm talent, off‑script ability, command of the offense and poise.
- Shough disclosed he phoned Brees while still a backup to learn the veteran’s mindset, daily routine and process as a developmental blueprint.
- Assessing his own play, Shough praised his ball security and chain‑moving drives but admitted a missed red‑zone throw due to sloppy eyes and footwork that he aims to clean up.
- Drafted in the second round in 2025 and elevated over Spencer Rattler, Shough remains the Saints’ designated starter as the team continues an on‑field evaluation in a rebuild context.