The second-round rookie has been battling the injury in his non-throwing hand for weeks and the issue is expected to linger.
Tyler Shough has been grinding through more than just a rough patch under center. Sources say the Saints quarterback has two broken bones in his left hand, the one he doesn't throw with, and he has been playing through it for weeks.
Shough, a second-round pick in 2025, has shown up on New Orleans' injury report repeatedly over recent weeks because of the hand issue. Reports now indicate the problem traces back to two broken fingers, and the recovery timeline will carry into upcoming weeks rather than clearing up soon.
Because the injury is in his non-throwing hand, Shough has been able to stay on the field and keep starting despite the fractures. Teams often manage this type of injury with padding or protective measures rather than pulling a player out of the lineup, and the Saints appear to be taking that approach with their rookie quarterback.
There is no word yet on when the bones are expected to fully heal or whether New Orleans will adjust his workload in the meantime.