In the lead-up to their Week 13 clash against the Detroit Lions in the 2023 NFL season, the New Orleans Saints found themselves grappling with a significant injury list. A total of nine Saints players appeared on Thursday’s Injury Report, raising concerns for their upcoming matchup. Among the notable names on the list were defensive end Cameron Jordan, safety Marcus Maye, and running back Kendre Miller, all sidelined with ankle injuries. Additionally, wide receiver Rashid Shaheed and linebacker Pete Werner were dealing with thigh and shoulder/oblique issues, respectively, further adding to the team’s injury woes.
While the injury report painted a grim picture, there was a glimmer of hope for the Saints as kicker Blake Grupe, center Erik McCoy, and wide receiver Chris Olave were listed as limited participants, indicating a possibility of their return to action. Offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk also fell into the same category, nursing a knee injury. The Saints’ ability to manage these injuries and make informed decisions regarding player availability would be pivotal as they looked to overcome adversity in their quest for victory against the Lions.
DETROIT LIONS
Position
Name
Injury
Wednesday
Thursday
LB
Alex Anzalone
Hand
DNP
DNP
G
Jonah Jackson
Ankle/Wrist
LP
FP
RB
David Montgomery
Foot
LP
FP
S
Tracy Walker
Shoulder
LP
FP
S
Ifeatu Melifonwu
Hand
FP
FP
C
Frank Ragnow
Back/Toe/Rest
FP
DNP
QB
Hendon Hooker
Knee
LP
FP
In addition to the injury updates, the Saints made roster moves by signing practice squad safety Johnathan Abram to the active roster and kicker Austin Seibert to the practice squad. Abram, a former first-round draft pick, brought a wealth of experience to the team, having played for multiple franchises in his career. Seibert, on the other hand, showcased his kicking talents, making him a valuable addition to the squad. As the Saints juggled injuries and bolstered their roster, all eyes were on their resilience and adaptability as they aimed to secure a crucial win in Week 13.
