{
  "id": 15435381,
  "title": "NFL Insider Reveals Saints QB Is Playing Through Shocking Injury",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/nfl-insider-reveals-saints-qb-is-playing-through-shocking-injury",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-18T15:25:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/nfl-insider-reveals-saints-qb-is-playing-through-shocking-injury-12585130"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The New Orleans Saints are scheduled to face the New York Giants in their Week 6 matchup. After suffering losses in their last three games, the Saints aim to secure a win against the Giants. However, a surprising injury has come to light concerning quarterback Tyler Shough. ESPN's Adam Schefter has revealed that Shough is playing through two broken bones in his left hand, which he sustained against the Atlanta Falcons on October 5. Schefter also disclosed that Shough's injury will require multiple weeks of healing, but he is not expected to miss any games. While Shough does not utilize his left hand for throwing, this injury presents a significant challenge as he must hand off the ball using his right hand instead. With the Saints seeking to turn their season around, Shough's injury is undoubtedly unfortunate. It remains to be seen whether the 27-year-old can help salvage the Saints' season despite his injury. In five games this season, Shough has completed 66.8% of his passes, thrown nine touchdowns, nine interceptions, and accumulated 1,299 yards.",
  "summary": "New Orleans Saints starting quarterback Tyler Shough has been playing with two broken bones in his left hand.",
  "key_points": [
    "Saints QB Tyler Shough playing with two broken bones in left hand",
    "Injury sustained against Atlanta Falcons on October 5",
    "Shough not expected to miss any games"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}