Jordyn Tyson, the Saints’ first-round pick, won’t be hitting the practice field this week, and that means he’s officially out for their Week 7 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers in France. For a 2-4 team fighting to stay alive in the NFC South race, that’s a tough blow, even if it wasn’t a total shocker.
No Practice, No Play: The Official Word On Tyson’s Hamstring
ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news, confirming what general manager Mickey Loomis told him directly: Tyson isn’t practicing. This isn’t just a minor tweak; Loomis’s update means the No. 8 overall pick, who’s yet to see a single snap in the NFL, remains sidelined through Week 7. It’s frustrating for fans who were hoping for a spark, but honestly, many analysts saw this coming. Tyson’s hamstring injury has been a persistent issue, leading insiders to speculate he’d miss at least the first month of the season, if not longer.
The biggest factor playing into this decision? The Saints’ Week 8 bye. Seriously, why rush a rookie, especially one with a history of hamstring problems, back for just one game before he gets a full extra week of rest? It’s just too early in the season to take that kind of risk. The team is flying overseas for this game, and the focus is clearly on getting Tyson fully healthy for the long haul, not pushing him for a single pre-bye appearance.
The Week 9 Wait: Help On The Horizon For Tyler Shough?
So, with Week 7 a no-go and the bye in Week 8, when can Saints fans actually expect to see their rookie playmaker? The word is, Tyson won’t suit up until Week 9. That’s when the Saints are back home in New Orleans to face the Cleveland Browns. And here’s where it gets interesting: there’s a real chance that free-agent running back pickup Travis Etienne Jr. might also make his return that same week.
Imagine that! Quarterback Tyler Shough could potentially get his first-round wide receiver AND his top running back back in the same game. Until then, the Saints’ offense will continue to lean on Chris Olave, Devaughn Vele, Juwan Johnson, and the rest of the crew to lead the charge against the Steelers. It’s a tough road trip to France for a 2-4 team, but the hope has to be that this strategic patience with Tyson pays off with a strong, healthy debut post-bye.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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