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Per Jonathan Jones of The Athletic, there is optimism that Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. can play in Week 6 against the Bears after suffering a rib injury against the Ravens. Panthers HC Dave Canales said WR Jalen Coker is on track to return from his quad injury, but this week’s practices will be key to determining his Week 6 status.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19

Brian Schottenheimer reacts to Cowboys' fight-filled practice with Saints

Brian Schottenheimer speaks out after Cowboys' fight-filled practice with Saints

Someone should've shouted "Get ready to rumble" before the Dallas Cowboys hosted the New Orleans Saints in a joint practice.

Watch: Chris Olave gives Caleb Downs welcome-to-the-NFL moment

Schottenheimer rips Cowboys unit despite big preseason win

Troy Aikman takes aim at Jerry Jones regarding Cowboys' Super Bowl drought

Bo Nix should quit the tough-guy act after practice scuffle with Nik Bonitto

Klint Kubiak explains Fernando Mendoza decision for joint practice

Tom Brady rips modern NFL players: 'Your job is to play football'

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 8

NFC Notes: Erik McCoy, Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa, Falcons, Saints

The Falcons are expected to have a QB competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, but Penix has yet to be fully cleared from ACL surgery. NFL insider James Palmer believes Tagovailoa is a front-runner “with an asterisk” and feels it’s still a wide-open race.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 1

Saints Center Erik McCoy is Glad To Have Guard David Edwards In New Orleans

It has been a rough couple of seasons for center Erik McCoy and the New Orleans Saints offensive line. Not only has McCoy missed more than half a season with injuries the past two years in a row, but the lack of help he’s had alongside him when he has been in there has been less than impressive.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 24

Saints Have Easy Projected $18 Million Decision to Make

The New Orleans Saints' offense line could be pretty good in 2026. New Orleans is set at offensive tackle for the foreseeable future with Kelvin Banks Jr., who will be entering his second season in the National Football League after being selected with the No.

New Orleans Saints News / Field Level Media / October 21

Saints RB Kendre Miller, C Erik McCoy done for season

The New Orleans Saints on Tuesday placed running back Kendre Miller and center Erik McCoy on season-ending injured reserve. To fill Miller's spot on the active roster, running back Velus Jones Jr.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Saints Officially Place RB Kendre Miller & OL Eric McCoy On IR, Among Other Moves

The New Orleans Saints officially made four roster moves on Tuesday for Week 8. The full list includes: Saints placed C Erik McCoy and RB Kendre Miller on injured reserve.

New Orleans Saints News / Field Level Media / October 20

Report: Saints C Erik McCoy (biceps), RB Kendre Miller out for season

New Orleans Saints center Eric McCoy is believed to have sustained a torn biceps Sunday that will end his season, according to an NFL Network report. The Saints also lost running back Kendre Miller to a torn ACL in the same game, according to multiple reports Monday.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Saints Lose C Erik McCoy To Season-Ending Biceps Injury

According to Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo, the Saints have lost C Erik McCoy to a season-ending biceps injury. New Orleans was concerned about the injury coming out of Week 7’s loss to the Bears and further tests confirmed their worst fears.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Saints' frustrating loss gets even worse after latest injury update for two key players on offense

Injuries have actually avoided many key players for the New Orleans Saints so far this season, but the NFL always has a way of humbling you in that department.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Saints Concerned About Injuries To C Erik McCoy & RB Kendre Miller

Per Katherine Terrell, Saints HC Kellen Moore said there is concern about the injuries sustained by C Erik McCoy and RB Kendre Miller on Sunday. McCoy suffered a bicep/elbow injury, and Moore indicated there is a fear of a potential tear.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / August 23, 2025

Injuries hurting Saints' OL depth

After a year in which two offensive line positions were essentially revolving doors for starters, the Saints entered their offseason program with a strong plan. Unfortunately for the Saints, their emergency plan may have required an emergency plan of its own.

Saints could release first-round pick before Week 1

Saints to trade DT Khalen Saunders to Jaguars

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New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / August 12, 2025

Saints veteran catches break following injury scare as he tries to get career on track

He's fortunate to have avoided a significant injury and might be able to play himself into a sizable payday in 2026.

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New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / July 8, 2025

CSC Poll Results: Which position group is the Saints best?

43.5% of voters said... In this week's poll, we asked our readers which position group is the New Orleans Saints strongest? After 370 votes, the offensive line won with 43.5% of the vote.

New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / June 8, 2025

PFF Ranks New Orleans Saints Center Erik McCoy Top-5 in the NFL

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy is finally getting recognition. PFF released their top-10 rankings for centers in the NFL, ranking Erik McCoy as the

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5, 2025

Saints Restructure OL Erik McCoy’s Contract For Cap Space

The Saints and OL Erik McCoy have agreed to restructure his contract on Wednesday, according to Nick Underhill. A full restructure of McCoy’s deal would

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / January 27, 2025

Saints Erik McCoy Steps In For Eagles Center At Pro Bowl Games

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy has been selected to replace Philadelphia Eagles' Cam Jurgens in the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, marking his second Pro Bowl selection and making history as the first Saints center to achieve this honor multiple times.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / November 16, 2024

Saints expected to activate starting center from IR

The Saints’ season is all but in the gutter, but the team will still welcome back its starting center for the stretch run of the season.

Saints waive veteran offensive lineman Connor McGovern

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New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / November 7, 2024

Saints designate veteran O-lineman for return

A lot has transpired for the Saints since they last had their center in action. When Erik McCoy went down, the team was 2-1 and had turned heads with an explosive offense. Nearly two months later, the team has fired its coach after losing every game since McCoy’s IR placement.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 24, 2024