Who Dat Nation — two weeks ago I asked whether Tyler Shough might be the future under center. Well, the conversation just got real. Shough is getting the start this week against Atlanta, and this is the kind of opportunity that can swing a quarterback’s trajectory — one way or the other.
Here’s where things stand heading into Sunday:
Why This Start Matters:
This isn’t preseason speculation anymore. Division game. On the road. Against a defense that loves to disguise pressure. If Shough shows command, timing, and poise here, it’s going to carry real weight.
Signs of Growth:
In practice and limited snaps, you can see his mechanics tightening up — quicker release, better footwork, and he’s starting to trust the middle of the field. That’s where franchise QBs make their money.
What Still Needs to Show Up:
Consistency. You can’t build a future on flashes. Sunday is his chance to stack drives, protect the ball, and prove he can run a full NFL game plan.
Bottom Line:
This start won’t decide his entire career — but it’s his first real audition to show whether he’s just a spark or something worth building around.
What do y’all think — does Tyler Shough take a step toward being the guy this weekend? Or is Atlanta about to give us the real measuring stick?