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Saints Injury Update: Key Players Limited Amidst Concerns
17 Sep
Summary
- Chris Olave's hamstring injury is not expected to be a problem.
- Chase Young experienced calf soreness, with optimism for his return.
- Zach Wood faces a 4-6 week absence due to a calf strain.
The Saints' injury report saw several additions on Thursday. Wide receiver Chris Olave and edge rusher Chase Young were limited participants due to hamstring and calf issues, respectively. Olave's hamstring issue is precautionary, and Young's calf soreness has the team optimistic about his availability.
However, long snapper Zach Wood faces a more serious prognosis. He was diagnosed with a calf strain and could miss between four to six weeks. Wood, in his tenth season, has been a consistent presence, not missing a game since 2017.
Other injury updates include tight end Juwan Johnson, who was a limited participant after missing Wednesday's practice with an illness. Linebacker Isaiah Stalbird continues to be sidelined with a shoulder injury. Tight end Oscar Delp and edge rusher Cam Jordan were limited with hamstring issues, while running back Alvin Kamara fully participated after a knee issue. Defensive lineman Davon Godchaux was given a rest day.
