The New Orleans Saints are marching into Week 4 with a respectable 2-1 record, gearing up to face their NFC South rivals, the Atlanta Falcons, who’ve stumbled to a 1-2 start.
Fresh off a tough loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Saints are itching to get back on track and capitalize on their promising season opener.
However, they’re not without their share of hurdles, as injury concerns loom large over the team.
Mike Triplett of New Orleans.Football recently shed light on an unexpected addition to the injury report.
Quarterback Derek Carr has popped up with a left groin issue, raising a few eyebrows despite his full participation in practice.
Fans might be wondering if there’s cause for alarm, or if it’s just a precautionary measure.
Saints/Falcons injury report doesn’t include both teams’ starting centers, who went on injured reserve.
Derek Carr also new to the report — but practiced fully pic.twitter.com/ORKeW2lr2e
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) September 25, 2024
On a brighter note, the versatile Taysom Hill seems ready to roll, listed as a full participant despite nursing a chest injury.
The defensive side of the ball, however, is facing some challenges.
Linebacker D’Marco Jackson, defensive tackle Khalen Saunders, and tackle Landon Young are all limited in practice due to various ailments.
More concerning is the absence of key players like cornerback Alontae Taylor, linebacker Demario Davis, running back Alvin Kamara, and guard Cesar Ruiz from practice altogether.
As the Saints prepare for their upcoming clash, they’ll need to carefully manage these injuries to field their strongest possible lineup.
This divisional matchup carries significant weight for both teams as they jockey for position early in the season.
The Saints’ defense has been a bright spot so far, and if they can contain the Falcons’ offensive threats, it could tip the scales in their favor.
A win here would not only boost their record but also give them a crucial edge in this heated rivalry.
