Saints Add Bryan Bresee to Thursday's Injury Report
Bryan Bresee, a third-year defensive lineman, was placed on the New Orleans Saints injury report on Thursday due to a back injury. Despite this, Bresee has never missed a game in his career. During Thursday's practice, he participated in a limited capacity. It remains unclear if the injury arose during the session.
Bresee's Season Performance
This season, Bresee has started all nine games and achieved a career-high by playing 71% of the defensive snaps. His stats include 1.5 sacks and 2 tackles for loss.
Other Saints Injury Updates
- Right tackle Taliese Fuaga continues to miss practice due to an ankle injury suffered against the Los Angeles Rams. He is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers.
- Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux maintained his regular rest program Thursday and also did not practice.
- Running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) and tight end Jack Stoll (ankle) were limited in Thursday’s practice.
- Quarterback Taysom Hill (knee), defensive ends Cameron Jordan (ankle), and Jonah Williams (shoulder) participated fully in practice.
Carolina Panthers Injury Report
The Panthers upgraded running back Rico Dowdle’s status on Thursday’s injury report. After missing Wednesday’s session, Dowdle was limited in Thursday’s practice 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: The Saints added defensive lineman Bryan Bresee to their injury report with a back issue, while key players like Taliese Fuaga are set to miss the next game, highlighting ongoing challenges in their lineup.