New Orleans Saints Summary
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The New Orleans Saints are preparing for their Week 16 matchup against the New York Jets, with recent changes to their injury report. According to reports, the Saints added defensive tackle Jalen Dalton to the injury report after he was limited in practice.
Additionally, the Saints placed rookie running back Devin Neal on injured reserve, further impacting their depth at the position. As the team looks ahead, there is optimism surrounding rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, who has shown impressive late-game performance, leading to a growing hype train around him.
Recent analysis from Pro Football Focus ranks Shough as the fourth-best rookie following the Saints' victory over the Panthers. With the Saints currently sitting at a 4-10 record, their draft position for the 2026 NFL Draft continues to improve as they aim to build for the future.
This season has seen a shift in momentum, with the Saints' red zone efficiency improving significantly over recent weeks, moving from the bottom tier to elite status in that area. As they face the Jets, some speculate on who might step up given the injuries, with Audrive Estime emerging as a potential key player.