Saints Add Bryan Bresee to Injury Report
Bryan Bresee, the third-year defensive lineman, was added to the New Orleans Saints injury report on Thursday due to a back injury. Despite this, Bresee has never missed a game in his career. He participated in practice on a limited basis, though it is unclear if the injury occurred during the session.
Bresee's Season Performance
This season, Bresee has started all nine games, recording 1.5 sacks and 2 tackles for loss. He has played a career-high 71% of the defensive snaps for the Saints.
Other Injury Updates
- Right tackle Taliese Fuaga continued to miss practice with an ankle injury sustained against the Los Angeles Rams. He is unlikely to play against the Carolina Panthers this weekend, the team's last game before the bye week.
- Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux followed his regular rest routine and did not attend practice on Thursday.
- Running back Alvin Kamara and tight end Jack Stoll were limited in practice due to ankle injuries.
- Full participants in practice included quarterback Taysom Hill (knee), defensive ends Cameron Jordan (ankle) and Jonah Williams (shoulder).
Carolina Panthers Injury Update
The Carolina Panthers upgraded running back Rico Dowdle on Thursday’s injury report. Dowdle was limited in practice after missing Wednesday’s session due to a quadricep issue.
"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 as key players like Taliese Fuaga remain sidelined ahead of their crucial game against Carolina.