Tyler Shough’s preseason debut for New Orleans flashed both promise and learning curves. He completed 15 of 22 passes for 165 yards, threw a touchdown, and bore a single interception, capped by a 54-yard connection to Mason Tipton that put the Saints on the board. The sequence underscored his downfield vision and quick decision-making, even as rookie miscues surfaced earlier in the game. Shough’s ability to rebound and drive the offense suggests a credible shot at leading the quarterback competition, with his mobility appearing limited (three rushing yards) but his dropback passing presence notable. Meanwhile, Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener posted modest numbers, leaving Shough with the clearest signals of the trio’s ceiling in August. The Saints will monitor pocket poise, ball location, and turnover control as camp unfolds, weighing whether Shough’s in-game rhythm translates to sustained fantasy upside behind an unsettled offense.