The New Orleans Saints pulled off one of the surprises of the 2025 NFL Draft. The Saints have a long-term need at quarterback. Sitting at pick No. 40 in Round 2, they had a few interesting options — including Colorado's Shedeur Sanders or Ohio State's Will Howard — but they went with Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough.

The New Orleans Saints were massive fans of Tyler Shough. His leadership, accountability, and determination all stood out to them before they took him in round two of this year's draft. He's already trying to prove the Saints right,

The New Orleans Saints selected Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough with the No. 40 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. He’s the third quarterback off the board behind Cam Ward (No. 1) and Jaxson Dart (No. 25).