Luke McCown on Tyler Shough, Saints Offense, and What Makes a Great Quarterback

Dive into an insightful conversation with former Saints quarterback Luke McCown, as Mario Jerez and Erin Summers unpack the evolution of the Saints, the development of young quarterback Tyler Shough, and what it takes to contend in the NFC South. The episode features in-depth analysis on quarterback leadership, defensive strategy, and some behind-the-scenes stories about Drew Brees. Episode Highlights Luke McCown breaks down what he’s most excited to see from Tyler Shough in his second year and why early-season games are critical to the QB’s growth 01:41. Discussion on the modern quarterback’s role and the risks and rewards of leaning into designed runs for Tyler Shough, balanced with the importance of QB availability 04:17. Shared experiences on how game speed and intensity change from preseason to high-stakes division games, and why real reps are irreplaceable in player development 06:56. Luke McCown explains why joint practices can be more valuable than preseason games for starters, highlighting situational work and the unique intensity of in-game results 10:24. Assessment of Spencer Rattler’s readiness as a backup quarterback and why Luke McCown believes he’d be effective if needed 13:31. Insight into the concerns around rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson’s injuries and what young players can learn from Ferrari-like maintenance and recovery habits 15:00. Stories from backing up Drew Brees: details on Brees’s legendary attention to detail, accuracy, and leadership both on and off the field 18:33. Forecast for the Saints season and the NFC South: what the defense needs to do to put New Orleans on top, especially with a dominant pass rush 28:17. Next Steps Subscribe to catch future episodes for more inside access and Saints analysis, and leave a review to keep the conversation going! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.