Chandler to the Crescent City
The Shough story
Three college stops, a few comebacks, and one big draft-day call from New Orleans.
- 1999
Born in Chandler, Arizona
Born September 28, 1999. Starred at Hamilton High and earned Semper Fidelis All-American honors as a senior.
- 2018–2020
Oregon Ducks
Took over as the starter in 2020 and led Oregon to a 31–24 Pac-12 Championship win over USC.
- 2021–2023
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Threw for a career-high 436 yards in a 51–48 overtime win over Oklahoma, then won Texas Bowl MVP with 242 passing yards and 111 rushing yards.
- 2024
Louisville Cardinals
3,195 yards and 23 touchdowns, plus a statement 33–21 road win at Clemson.
- April 2025
Drafted by the Saints
Picked 40th overall in the second round. He chose jersey No. 6.
- Oct 28, 2025
Named the starter
Took the keys and went 5–4, the most wins ever by a Saints rookie quarterback, with 2,384 yards and 10 touchdowns.
- 2026
First full season as QB1
Opened with a 410-yard day at Detroit and a 4-touchdown game against Las Vegas, and led the team in Paris.
Sources: Wikipedia, StatMuse game log.
RueNo. 6
"Josh Allen qualities."Saints legend Drew Brees on Tyler Shough, via Fox News
Big-time endorsement
The GOAT approves
When the greatest quarterback in Saints history compares your game to one of the best in the league and praises your leadership, you're doing something right. Big arm, tough runner, and a guy his teammates follow.
Fun facts
Lagniappe
A little something extra, New Orleans style.
The name
Spelled Shough, said like shucking oysters. Perfect for a city that runs on raw bars.
College passing yards
Across Oregon, Texas Tech and Louisville, with 59 touchdown passes.
International QB
Led the Saints against Pittsburgh at the Stade de France in October 2026.