ESPN Fantasy Football on Tyler Shough

ArticleThe six late-round fantasy draft fliers to know: Tyler Shough leads the way
Read the full article

From the article

Shough orchestrated a head-turning, late-season surge, eclipsing 20 rushing yards or tossing multiple scores in seven of his last eight games while averaging 18.1 fantasy points per game (QB8) from Weeks 10 through 18.

STACKED’s take

Positive signalBreakout

Shough's late-season surge and rushing upside make him a top late-round QB target.

Shough took over as Saints starter in Week 9 and posted a late-season surge, eclipsing 20 rushing yards or multiple scores in 7 of his last 8 games while averaging 18.1 fantasy points per game (QB8) from Weeks 10-18. He demonstrated 72.5% true completion percentage (11th among QBs) on short-to-intermediate throws, ranked 10th among QBs with 172 rushing yards over the final two months, and averaged 1.55 designed runs per game (11th highest). New Orleans ranked first in tempo and should continue pushing pace under Kellen Moore, while the arrival of WR Jordyn Tyson adds a dangerous outlet. JJ Zachariason views Shough as a top late-round target primed for a breakout season given the tailor-made environment.

Tyler Shough headshotTyler ShoughQB · NOPlayer page — value, ADP, projections, and every insight