The New Orleans Saints are staring down a brutal 2-5 start to their season, and head coach Kellen Moore just told reporters on Monday that the team is still working through a decision on some key players returning to practice. We are talking about whether to designate rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson for return from injured reserve, and that’s not even the whole story.
First-Round Pick Jordyn Tyson’s Clock Is Ticking
Rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, a first-round pick, hasn’t even seen game action yet thanks to a hamstring injury he picked up this summer. It is a tough break for a high-value pick, and it means the Saints offense has been without him all season. Now, if the Saints even decide to designate him for return from injured reserve this week, the clock starts ticking hard. Tyson would have 21 days to work with the team in practice before he absolutely has to be activated, though he could be activated at any point within that window. Moore’s comments make it sound like this isn’t a simple “yes” or “no” call; they are actually deliberating on whether to even open that window for him.
Etienne and Banks Still in Limbo, Too
And Tyson isn’t alone in this waiting game. Running back Travis Etienne has been sidelined since Week 3 with his own hamstring issue, while left tackle Kelvin Banks sprained his ankle way back in Week 2. Moore said the situation is similar for both of them, just waiting on the green light. Imagine getting your first-round receiver, your starting running back, and your left tackle back all at once. That would be a serious shot in the arm for an offense that clearly needs it.
Right now, the Saints offense desperately needs a jolt. Getting all three of these guys back into the fold would be a huge positive development, especially with their season teetering at 2-5. The clock is ticking, and what Kellen Moore decides this week could determine if they have any shot at salvaging something from this rough start.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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