Saints likely to start 2026 season opener without key players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are expected to be without rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson and All-Pro running back Alvin Kamara for their Week 1 matchup against the Detroit Lions. Tyson is facing a two-month recovery from a hamstring injury sustained during training camp. Kamara has a sprained MCL and will be sidelined for at least a month. This setback comes as the Saints look to improve after finishing 28th in points scored last season. They have signed Travis Etienne to lead the backfield, while Chris Olave and Devaughn Vele remain available at wide receiver.
- •Saints face Lions in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
- •Jordyn Tyson out for two months with a hamstring injury.
- •Alvin Kamara expected to miss at least a month with a sprained MCL.
- •Saints ranked 28th in points scored last season.
- •Travis Etienne signed to lead the Saints' backfield.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Saints likely to be without 2 offensive weapons vs. Lions in Week 1
"The New Orleans Saints could be down two major offensive weapons against the Detroit Lions in Week 1.
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