The New Orleans Saints will host the New York Jets in Week 16. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding QB Tyler Shough.
Is Shough Playing in Week 16?
Shough is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Saints’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Shough in Week 16?
Tyler Shough (current) and Drake Maye (Weeks 6-9)..
Those are the two quarterbacks this season with four straight games of 6+ rushing attempts and a +65% completion rate.
I’m not here to sell you on New Orleans’ rookie as some sort of difference maker, but I do think he at least deserves our attention. He funneled 29% of his targets in the direction of Chris Olave against the Panthers over the weekend and isn’t that really all we want from these young kids that are just getting their feet wet?
He’s prioritizing his top teammate and taking what defenses are giving him on the ground. Do I think he’s a top-12 option this week or in 2026?
Probably not, but he’s producing above expectations at the most important position in the game for a team that plays indoors and in a division where defense is largely optional.
You’re not doing your job as a fantasy manager right if you’re not intrigued by this profile.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Shough’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 16
Shough is projected to score 12.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Shough to throw for 170 yards and 1.0 passing touchdowns with 0.5 interceptions. Shough could also add 9 rushing yards and 0.1 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 16 Weather Impact: Jets at Saints
Since the Saints play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 16 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
