Chris Olave remains in recovery, misses offseason team drills for Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 2:53 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave is still recovering from a blood clot that sidelined him during the last game of the previous season. Head coach Kellen Moore confirmed that Olave has not participated in team drills this offseason. Following a breakout year with 1,163 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, fans are eager for his return. The upcoming season will mark the final year of his contract with the Saints, raising further anticipation around his recovery and performance capabilities.
- •Chris Olave missed Week 18 last season due to a blood clot.
- •He has not participated in any team drills this offseason.
- •Olave finished last season with career-highs in receiving yards and touchdowns.
- •This upcoming season is the final year of his contract with the Saints.
- 2:53 PMYahoo Sports — Latest Chris Olave update provides bad news for Saints fans
"The star Saints wideout is coming off his most successful season yet, but his recovery from late-season health issues is still going slowly.
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