What You Missed: Wednesday, November 19th

Saints head coach Kellen Moore and QB Tyler Shough spoke to the media following Wednesday's practice. Here's what you missed. Moore: - Announcing the release of WR Brandin Cooks - Mason Tipton will see an increased role - Thoughts on new practice squad receiver Jha'Quan Jackson - "Wow" moment from Tyler Shough's start in Carolina - Value of seeing Shough for two weeks before the bye week - Self-scouting offers small details that need to come into focus - Finding a balance between adapting and maintaining an identity - Thoughts on the Falcons running backs - Limiting explosive plays on defense - Players are "fired up" for all black uniforms Shough: - Thoughts on "mentor" Brandin Cooks being waived - Excitement for first start at home - Working on pocket presence and mobility - Relationship with Drew Brees - Knowledge of the Saints-Falcons rivalry (mostly from Cam Jordan) - Opportunity to prove himself down the stretch of the season - Being able to joke about mistakes while handling them seriously