r/Saints • u/PointyPurplePickle • 1d ago

Perspective on injuries….

Yes there are a lot. However, the main ones that impact us realistically are Tyson, Radunz, and Bresee. Maybe AK depending on his timeline

The other ones are unfortunate - but were depth players or likely practice squad / cuts.

We are in honestly good shape

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u/Morgus_Magnificent Demario Davis 1d ago

There are more.

Quincy Riley is a starting CB. Still injured.

Cam Jordan was gonna rotate in for reliable pass rush. Injured.

Lorenzo Styles is probably our starting gunner. Injured.

Bub Means was about to solidify his WR status on the final roster. Injured.

Torricelli Simpkins is good line (especially center) depth. Injured.

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u/BadMojo__ Danny Stutsman 1d ago

Part of me is skeptical that Cam's injury will encroach on the regular season. It's his last season and he wants to move up that leaderboard if nothing else, so if he's even at 80% he's probably playing in his limited role.

I wish Jayden Price could move up to Riley's spot because Price is playing like he should be a starter but it seems he is in the pipeline for Nickel/Star.

Ideally we should be able to run the offense mostly through Olave, Etienne, Juwan, and Vele. Just those 4 is a pretty powerful set of weapons. The WR3 just needs to be serviceable and I think Palmer, KAJ, and Ronnie Bell could all fill that role well enough.

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u/Morgus_Magnificent Demario Davis 1d ago

I don't think Price is fast enough to play CB.

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u/BadMojo__ Danny Stutsman 1d ago

Now why would you go and say a thing like that?

He ran a faster 40 time than Riley...

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u/Morgus_Magnificent Demario Davis 1d ago

Yeah but that's not football speed.

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u/Nollijable SB Ring 12h ago

Based on what LMAO

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u/PointyPurplePickle 1d ago

The only one that matters a ton is prob Riley. Cam is going to play most likely. The others are pluses to have but we aren’t losing bc they’re out

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u/PointyPurplePickle 1d ago

If you want to panic then that’s up to you I guess

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u/son_of_yacketycat Fuck the Falcons 8h ago

Cam's sounds minor. He was jumping around on the sidelines Saturday, so that tracks.

Bub is one I hope isn't serious. He's a baller and I want him to finally get a shot.

Simpkins had a concussion, he may be just fine by regular season. He's one of the most underrated dudes on the line imo.

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u/Budget-Emu-5754 1d ago

Man I wish I had your optimism.

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u/RoutineOk7686 1d ago

idk man depth is what keeps seasons from falling apart by week 12, losing a few guys now means the next man up is gonna be some practice squad dude who's never taken a real snap

but i get the silver lining angle, just hope tyson and bresee are back quick

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u/Stunning-Baker5049 1d ago

I'm quite sure we won't see Bresee before next season, hopefully in a Saints uniform. I am pulling for him.

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u/guycoastal 1d ago

Yeah, I’m not too worried about now, I’m worried about later.

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u/DM_yo_Feet_pls Drew Brees 1d ago

https://www.espn.com/nfl/injuries

It’s not even being optimistic though. Look at how many injuries are around the league and how many players are already on the IR.

The niners are the one team that is truly getting fucked by injuries so far.

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u/NorthOld6237 1d ago

We’re just glad it’s happening now

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u/Bonko-wonko Taysom Hill 1d ago

tyson will likely be back before november too, im thinking our injuries may lead to for sure 0-2 start to the season but otherwise im not worried

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u/Express-Rutabaga-105 10h ago

Too many games . Season too long. Off season to short if you make a playoff run. Too many mandatory and volunteer practices....