What happened: Shough said postgame he understood the boos and would have done the same. He labeled the showing embarrassing and took accountability for the result.

Why it matters: For the second-year starter who took over pregame huddle leadership, siding with fans defuses friction after a division loss. Home defeats to rivals tend to amplify scrutiny on young quarterbacks.

What to watch: New Orleans shifts focus to next week's preparation with fan patience thin.