Tyler Shough is embracing an underrated part of a starting QB's job

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• He followed that with a message aimed directly at the heart of a team still searching for momentum: “I want to instill that belief that we can win every single game, because we can.”For a roster that has endured its share of setbacks this year, hearing that level of belief from their young signal-caller is inspiring.
• It’s a reminder that despite the record, they still have a job to do every single Sunday.“I just love playing football, and this is why you do it,” Shough added -- a simple but telling statement from a quarterback beginning to find his voice on the NFL stage. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementShough’s words along with his performance, offers a glimpse of hope in what looks to be a new foundation for this team.
• In a season short on bright spots, his emerging leadership provides something to rally around moving forward.
• If Sunday was any indication, the rookie quarterback isn’t just out here making plays and having fun -- he’s helping shape the culture and identity of this Saints team. This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: Saints rookie QB Tyler Shough embracing tough part of a starter's job.