Saints Add Bryan Bresee to Injury Report
Bryan Bresee was added to the New Orleans Saints injury report on Thursday due to a back injury. The third-year defensive lineman, who has never missed a game in his career, was a limited participant in practice. It is unclear if the injury occurred during the session.
Bresee has started all nine games this season, recording 1.5 sacks and 2 tackles for loss while playing a career-high 71% of defensive snaps for the Saints.
Other Saints Injuries and Practice Updates
- Right tackle Taliese Fuaga missed practice again, recovering from an ankle injury sustained against the Los Angeles Rams. He is expected to miss the upcoming game versus the Carolina Panthers.
- Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux continued his regular Thursday rest routine and was absent from practice.
- Running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) and tight end Jack Stoll (ankle) were limited participants during practice.
- Quarterback Taysom Hill (knee), defensive ends Cameron Jordan (ankle) and Jonah Williams (shoulder) practiced fully.
Carolina Panthers Injury Report Update
The Panthers upgraded running back Rico Dowdle (quadricep) on Thursday's report. He was limited in practice after missing Wednesday's session.
"Fuaga has already indicated he likely will not play against the Carolina Panthers this weekend, the Saints' last game before their bye."
Author's summary: Bryan Bresee’s back injury adds concern for the Saints, while key players face limited participation as they prepare for their final game before the bye week.