Tyler Shough excels in clutch situations for Saints in 2025 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Tyler Shough led the New Orleans Saints through critical moments of the 2025 NFL season. His performance in high-pressure situations was highlighted by a Pro Football Focus report on metrics. Shough ranked sixth in the league with 8.4 yards per attempt during critical snaps, demonstrating effectiveness under pressure. With many games decided in the final minutes, his ability to execute in 'clutch time' has positioned the Saints favorably heading into the new season. The Saints hope to build on this momentum as they prepare for upcoming matches.
- •Shough achieved a 78.1 passing grade in clutch situations.
- •He spent 90% of his snaps in shotgun formation.
- •His efficiency improved significantly from a clean pocket compared to under pressure.
- •Shough's metrics indicate a strong ability to progress through reads.
- •The Saints showed improvement by winning multiple games late in the season.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — How Clutch Was Saints QB Tyler Shough In 2025?
"Shough was money down the stretch, but what do the advanced metrics say?
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