New Orleans Saints Face Challenges with Tyler Shough's Hand Injury

The New Orleans Saints are experiencing a difficult start to the 2026 season, currently holding a 1-4 record. Compounding their challenges, quarterback Tyler Shough is dealing with a significant hand injury that has been reported to involve two broken bones in his left hand.

While the Saints have not officially confirmed the specifics of Shough's injury, it has been noted that he is taping together the ring and pinky fingers of his non-throwing hand. The injury is expected to take several weeks to heal, with estimates suggesting it could affect him for a couple of months. Despite this, Shough has not missed any games and is committed to playing through the pain, although it has impacted his performance.

Shough, who entered the league as a 25-year-old rookie and recently turned 27, has a history of injuries from his college career, including a broken collarbone. While this current injury is not severe enough to sideline him, it poses additional challenges for both him and the team as they seek to improve their standing in the league.