Jeremiah Wright's injury raises concerns for Saints' offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:49 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Jeremiah Wright left practice with a shoulder injury on August 5, creating concerns for the New Orleans Saints' offensive line depth. As a fourth-round draft pick from Auburn, Wright was expected to play a significant role this season. His injury is particularly worrisome given the existing uncertainties around starting right guard Cesar Ruiz, who has dealt with inconsistency and injuries. If Wright is sidelined, it could hinder his development and leave the Saints with limited options on the interior line. The team hopes the injury is minor, but further details are pending.
- •Jeremiah Wright injured his shoulder during practice on August 5.
- •Wright was drafted in the fourth round from Auburn.
- •Cesar Ruiz's role is uncertain due to previous injuries.
- •A lack of depth could affect team preparation and performance.
- •Further details on Wright's injury are awaited.
- 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — Jeremiah wright’s injury puts Saints’ interior line depth under the microscope
"Wright left practice with a shoulder injury, creating an early concern for New Orleans offense front depth.
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