New Orleans, LA — In a move that has completely stunned the NFL world and sent shockwaves throughout the Big Easy, New Orleans Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis dropped a bombshell announcement today that has fans and analysts alike scrambling for answers.
“Tyler Shough is our guy,” Loomis declared during an impromptu press conference at the team’s training facility this morning. “He’s earned it. He’s our starting quarterback for the 2025 season.”
Yes, you read that right.
Tyler Shough, the 25-year-old quarterback out of Texas Tech (via Oregon), who signed with the Saints as a quiet offseason pickup, has just been named the starter—leapfrogging over established veterans and recent draft picks alike.
And the internet exploded.
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“What Just Happened?!?” – Saints Fans React
Within minutes of the announcement, social media lit up with disbelief:
> “This better be a prank… Tyler Shough? QB1?!” – @WhoDat4Life
“I don’t know whether to scream or celebrate… but I’m here for the chaos.” – @NOLA_Nation
“Trust Loomis. The man sees something we don’t.” – @SaintsFilmRoom
Saints Reddit threads hit over 10,000 comments in just hours. Local sports radio stations were flooded with calls from confused, excited, and sometimes furious fans demanding to know what led to this unexpected decision.
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Why Tyler Shough?
Inside sources say Shough impressed coaches with his arm strength, mobility, and—most importantly—his command of the offense during OTA sessions. Head Coach Dennis Allen reportedly told Loomis last week, “This kid has something special.”
Shough, a former five-star recruit whose college career was derailed by injuries and inconsistent play, has seemingly put it all together in New Orleans. Quietly grinding away in the background, the young QB has apparently won over the locker room.
> “He’s got the respect of the room,” said wide receiver Chris Olave. “When Tyler talks, we listen.”
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What This Means for the Saints
This move signals a potential new era in New Orleans.
After years of searching for Drew Brees’ true successor, could Tyler Shough be the answer? The Saints haven’t had this much quarterback intrigue since Brees first arrived in 2006.
It also raises serious questions about the future of the team’s other quarterbacks—especially 2023 first-round pick and former starter, who was expected to lead the charge this season. Loomis offered no comment when asked directly about potential trades or roster changes.
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Final Thoughts
Whether it’s a bold gamble or a stroke of genius, one thing’s for sure: The 2025 New Orleans Saints are going to be must-watch football.
Tyler Shough, the unlikeliest of heroes, now holds the keys to the kingdom—and Saints fans everywhere are buckling in for what could be a wild ride