wants to set himself up for success in . The ' No. 40 pick, a former Louisville quarterback, has had his first dinner in the metro area, and it has a significant historical context.
Shough ate at Drago's Seafood with owner Tommy Cvitanovich, as reported by .
"He's smart and polite," Mackel was told, "but we were most impressed by how respectful and humble he is."
Cvitanovich then sang Shough's praises.
"I can tell you first hand, already, he gets it, when you talk about New Orleans and hospitality and friendship and love," Cvitanovich said. "He's got it. He loves this city, he's ready to make a splash in not only football, but jump all into the culture. He wants to be a New Orleanian."
Brees' first dinner in New Orleans was also at Drago's in 2006.
"Now, [Shough's] first dinner is in our restaurant," Cvitanovich said. "And if you're asking me if I'm superstitious? D--- sure, I'm a Saints fan, and I hope I'm superstitious and it works."
The restaurant owner said Shough is staying at a hotel near the establishment and just got to the New Orleans area earlier on Wednesday.
Shough battled injuries throughout his college career, but his last year at Louisville was his best by far. He completed 244 of 389 pass attempts for 3,195 yards, 23 touchdowns and 6 interceptions in 2024 for the Cardinals.