Saints consider free agents after Bryan Bresee injury at training camp
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:51 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are exploring free agency options after losing defensive lineman Bryan Bresee to a suspected ACL injury during training camp this summer. Bresee, projected as a key defensive player, is likely out for the season. This situation places increased responsibility on rookie Christen Miller, veteran Nathan Shepherd, and second-year player Vernon Broughton. The Saints may evaluate several free agents, including Larry Ogunjobi and DaQuan Jones, to strengthen their defensive line rotation. The team could also consider a trade as part of their strategy to cope with Bresee's absence.
- •Bryan Bresee likely faces a season-ending ACL injury.
- •Saints may sign free agents to improve their defensive line.
- •Players like Christen Miller and Nathan Shepherd will take on larger roles.
- •Larry Ogunjobi and DaQuan Jones are among potential free-agent targets.
- •Saints may consider trades to enhance their roster.
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — 4 trade options Saints could pursue if Bryan Bresee out for the year
- 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — 5 NFL free agents the Saints could turn to after Bryan Bresee injury
"If Bryan Bresee is out for the year, the Saints could call up another team in search of more help at defensive tackle. Here are four trade candidates.
"Following the disastrous injury to Bryan Bresee, the New Orleans Saints could explore signing a couple of free agents to bolster their defensive line.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 10:51 PM4 trade options Saints could pursue if Bryan Bresee out for the year
If Bryan Bresee is out for the year, the Saints could call up another team in search of more help at defensive tackle. Here are four trade candidates.
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 9:32 PM5 NFL free agents the Saints could turn to after Bryan Bresee injury
Following the disastrous injury to Bryan Bresee, the New Orleans Saints could explore signing a couple of free agents to bolster their defensive line.
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