US EditionSaints GM Mickey Loomis, Head Coach Kellen Moore speak on end of season
Tyler Shough, who went 5-4 as a starter with strong accuracy, earned Offensive Rookie of the Year attention and will be the cornerstone for the Saints' 2026 roster plans.
- On Jan 7, 2026, the New Orleans Saints confirmed Tyler Shough as their starting quarterback for 2026, with Mickey Loomis, General Manager, and Kellen Moore, Head Coach, backing him at a season-ending news conference.
- Because he is on a rookie contract, Loomis said `I think it's pretty well documented that teams that have a quarterback on a rookie deal have been able to do some things and have some success`, highlighting roster advantages.
- The Saints drafted Tyler Shough in 2025, and Loomis said, `We thought a lot of him going into the draft,' as Shough earned praise for rapid progress after replacing Spencer Rattler.
- With Shough named starter, the Saints project to be $20 million over the salary cap, affecting free agency with Demario Davis facing $14.3 million in dead-cap charges and the No. 8 draft pick shaping roster moves.
- Moore emphasized caution, saying Shough hasn’t had 17 starts and many injured players should be ready for training camp, with center Erik McCoy expecting clearance to resume activities in April.
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