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Tyler Shough’s injury concerns can wreck the Saints’ season

The New Orleans Saints have relied upon Tyler Shough to carry their offense. However, that's not sustainable given his injury concerns.

By Drew Collings · Who Dat Dish

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 10:30 PM

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Drew Collings argues that Tyler Shough's mounting injuries could derail the New Orleans Saints' season.
Shough had his right hand evaluated after a sack and previously broke two bones in his left hand.
The writer emphasizes that Kellen Moore must fix the run game after managing just 18 rushing yards against Pittsburgh.

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Drew Collings writes that Tyler Shough's mounting injury issues could derail the New Orleans Saints' season if the team fails to protect him. Shough recently had his right hand examined following a sack, which severely limited his passing depth, after previously breaking two bones in his left hand earlier in 2026.

Collings argues that offensive coordinator Kellen Moore must establish a reliable rushing attack to relieve pressure on the quarterback. The Saints managed only 18 rushing yards on 17 attempts in their recent game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, allowing defenses to focus heavily on pass rushing.

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