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All Footballguys insights about Tyler Shough
NegativeProjectionAug 6, 2026
Tyler Shough performed well as a rookie, but opposing defenses will be prepared, and the Saints' offensive line is a question mark. A Stafford-Goff-Khalil Shakir trio is better than an Addison-Goff-Shough combo.NegativeValueAug 5, 2026
Shough is a preferred QBBC target ranked QB19; he is part of the source's QB Plan B strategy to take two or more quarterbacks after the top 10 are drafted and bank advantages at RB, WR, and TE.NegativeValueAug 2, 2026
Tyler Shough is positioned as a lower-profile quarterback option in dynasty trading; acquiring Brock Purdy from Shough allows securing profile insulation without giving up a quarterback in return.PositiveProjectionJul 30, 2026
Shough became the Saints' starter in Week 9 and finished as QB9 in total fantasy points in the second half despite suboptimal circumstances (weak weapons, below-average offensive line, depth completion percentage issues). The source projects positive regression across most metrics this season due to his learning curve completion, improved offensive weapons (Travis Etienne Jr. arrival for ground game, Jordyn Tyson addition for aerial options), and Kellen Moore's fantasy-friendly system. The source expects him to be a high QB2 but wouldn't be surprised if he becomes a top streaming option or even finishes as a top-12 QB.PositiveProjectionJul 30, 2026
Shough became the Saints' starter in Week 9 and finished as QB9 in total fantasy points in the second half despite suboptimal circumstances (weak weapons, poor offensive line, completion percentage issues on deep passes). Kellen Moore's offensive system is fantasy-friendly, and Shough showed efficiency on short and intermediate routes. In 2025, he generated at least 20 rushing yards or multiple TDs in seven of his last eight games. The source projects positive regression across most metrics this season with improved offensive weapons (Travis Etienne Jr. for ground game, Jordyn Tyson for aerial options), positioning him as a high QB2 with potential to become a top-12 QB or strong streaming option.PositiveProjectionJul 30, 2026
Shough became the Saints' starter in Week 9 and finished as QB9 in total fantasy points in the second half despite suboptimal circumstances (limited weapons, weak offensive line, completion percentage issues on deep passes). The source projects positive regression across most metrics this season with improved offensive weapons (Travis Etienne Jr. for ground game, Jordyn Tyson for aerial options) and Kellen Moore's fantasy-friendly system. Shough showed efficiency on short and intermediate routes and demonstrated mobility (20+ rushing yards or multiple TDs in 7 of his last 8 games in 2025). The source profiles him as a high QB2 but notes he could become a top streaming option or even finish as a top-12 QB.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
A significant step forward in Saints offensive performance isn't required for the offense to improve, and an improved offense might rely on Shough less rather than more, capping his potential value.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Shough secured the starting job for 2026 with reasons for optimism including the addition of two new offensive weapons, the return of starting center Erik McCoy, and the prospect of playing one of the league's easiest schedules.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
Shough's late-season success came against teams that went a combined 30-55, with three of those opponents ranking among the worst pass defenses in the league. The source projects him as a mid-QB2 with potential to deliver low-end QB1 value primarily when facing lower-tier passing defenses, capping his upside.PositiveSleeperJul 29, 2026
Shough took over as Saints starting QB in Week 9 and produced as fantasy QB9 over the rest of the season, winning four of his final five starts with 1,316 passing yards and 5 passing touchdowns against 2 interceptions plus 135 rushing yards and 3 rushing touchdowns. Fantasy managers expect him to build on that late-season success as a potential QB1 sleeper.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Shough won the Saints' starting QB job for 2026 after taking over in Week 9 and going 5-4 in his starts. The team made the switch after Spencer Rattler committed six turnovers in consecutive losses to Chicago and Tampa Bay, with the offense showing signs of improvement between the 20-yard lines under Shough.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
Shough's late-season success came against teams that went a combined 30-55, with three of those opponents ranking among the worst pass defenses in the league. The source projects him as a mid-QB2 with potential for low-end QB1 value primarily when facing lower-tier passing defenses, and notes that an improved Saints offense might rely on Shough less rather than more, capping his potential value.PositiveSleeperJul 29, 2026
Shough took over as Saints starting QB in Week 9 and produced as fantasy QB9 over the rest of the season, winning four of his final five starts with 1,316 passing yards and 5 TDs against 2 INTs plus 135 rushing yards and 3 TDs. Fantasy managers expect him to build on that late-season success as a potential QB1 sleeper.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Shough won the starting job for 2026 after his late-season performance. Reasons for optimism include the addition of two new offensive weapons, the return of starting center Erik McCoy, and the prospect of playing one of the league's easiest schedules.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
Shough's late-season success came against teams that went a combined 30-55, three of which were among the worst pass defenses in the league. The source projects him as a mid-QB2 with potential for low-end QB1 value only when facing lower-tier passing defenses, and notes that an improved Saints offense might rely on Shough less rather than more, capping his potential value.PositiveSleeperJul 29, 2026
Shough took over as Saints starting QB in Week 9 and produced as fantasy QB9 over the rest of the season, winning four of his final five starts with 114-of-163 completions for 1,316 yards and 5 TDs against 2 INTs, plus 135 rushing yards and 3 TDs. Fantasy managers expect him to build on that late-season success as a potential QB1 sleeper.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Shough won the starting job for 2026 after beating out Spencer Rattler in training camp competition. Reasons for optimism include the addition of two new offensive weapons, the return of starting center Erik McCoy, and the prospect of playing one of the league's easiest schedules.NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026
Shough's late-season success came against teams that went a combined 30-55, three of which were among the worst pass defenses in the league. The source projects him as a mid-QB2 with the potential to deliver low-end QB1 value, at least when facing lower-tier passing defenses, but notes that a significant step forward isn't required for the Saints offense to improve, and an improved offense might rely on Shough less rather than more, capping his potential value.PositiveSleeperJul 29, 2026
Shough took over as Saints starting QB in Week 9 and produced as fantasy QB9 over the rest of the season, winning four of his final five starts with 1,316 passing yards, 5 passing touchdowns, 2 interceptions, 135 rushing yards, and 3 rushing touchdowns. Fantasy managers are expecting him to build on that late-season success as a potential QB1 sleeper.PositiveValueJul 23, 2026
Tyler Shough has risen 8 spots in FBG OC ADP over the past week, moving from pick 155 to pick 147 and currently holding QB18 positional rank.