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 and played a career-high 71% of defensive snaps, accumulating 1.5 sacks and 2 tackles for loss.
Other Injuries and Practice Updates
- Right tackle Taliese Fuaga continued to miss practice with an ankle injury sustained against the Los Angeles Rams. Fuaga is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers, the Saints' final game before their bye week.
- Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux also skipped practice for his regular rest program on Thursday.
Players Participating in Practice
- Running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) and tight end Jack Stoll (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity.
- Quarterback Taysom Hill (knee), defensive end Cameron Jordan (ankle), and defensive end Jonah Williams (shoulder) were full participants.
Carolina Panthers Injury Report Update
The Panthers upgraded running back Rico Dowdle (quadriceps) to limited in practice after missing Wednesday's session.
"Bryan Bresee, who has never missed a game, was a limited participant in practice due to a back injury."
"Taliese Fuaga likely will not play against the Carolina Panthers this weekend."
Summary: Bryan Bresee joins the Saints injury report with a back issue but remains a key defensive starter; Fuaga is sidelined for the next game, while several teammates practiced fully or in a limited role.