Saints Add Defensive Lineman Bryan Bresee to Injury Report
Bryan Bresee was listed on the New Orleans Saints injury report Thursday with a back injury. This marks a rare occurrence as the third-year defensive lineman has never missed a game due to injury in his career. Bresee participated in practice on a limited basis.
The origin of the injury is unclear, but Bresee has started all nine games this season, playing a career-high 71% of defensive snaps. He has recorded 1.5 sacks and 2 tackles for loss so far.
Other Injury Updates for the Saints
- Right tackle Taliese Fuaga continued to sit out practice with an ankle injury sustained against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux was on his regular Thursday rest and did not practice.
Fuaga is expected to miss this weekend’s game against the Carolina Panthers, the Saints' last before their bye week.
Saints' Practice Participation Summary
- Running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) and tight end Jack Stoll (ankle) were limited in practice.
- Quarterback Taysom Hill (knee), defensive end Cameron Jordan (ankle), and defensive end Jonah Williams (shoulder) fully participated.
Carolina Panthers Injury Report Update
The Carolina Panthers upgraded running back Rico Dowdle’s status on Thursday’s injury report. Dowdle was limited in practice after missing Wednesday’s session due to a quadriceps injury.
"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 joins the Saints injury report with a back issue, while right tackle Fuaga remains sidelined, impacting the team's lineup heading into their bye week.