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Saints Rule Out Multiple Defensive Starters Ahead of Monday Night Matchup Against Falcons
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With Pete Werner potentially unavailable, second-year linebacker Danny Stutsman is expected to step into a starting role. He had seven tackles in relief against the Raiders in Week 3; the Saints could also turn to Isaiah Stalbird, Chris Rumph or elevate Jackson Sirmon.
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The Saints’ edge-rusher absences are expected to put a heavier workload on Chase Young and Cam Jordan, with Tyree Wilson also a possible option.
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The game marks the 20th anniversary of the Saints’ 2006 “Domecoming” matchup.
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Kellen Moore said the Saints would give Werner’s injury more time to be evaluated, emphasizing that the decision depended on his physical condition: “It’s the physical side of this thing, not the mental side.”
The New Orleans Saints will face the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night without two key defensive starters. Linebacker Kaden Elliss is ruled out with a calf injury, while edge rushers Carl Granderson and Anfernee Jennings are also unavailable BleacherReport. Starting linebacker Pete Werner remains questionable with a shoulder injury after missing practice all week, creating a potential gap in the Saints' defense BleacherReport.
The defensive losses could hurt the Saints against Falcons running back Bijan Robinson. Coach Kellen Moore said Werner's availability will be decided close to kickoff, depending on his physical condition NFL. Second-year linebacker Danny Stutsman is expected to step in if Werner cannot play BleacherReport.
Danny Stutsman Steps Into Starting Role
With Werner's status uncertain, second-year linebacker Danny Stutsman will likely make his first start. He recorded seven tackles in relief during Week 3 against the Raiders BleacherReport. The Saints could also turn to Isaiah Stalbird, Chris Rumph, or elevate Jackson Sirmon from the practice squad BleacherReport.
Edge Rushers Chase Young and Cam Jordan Face Heavy Load
The absence of Granderson and Jennings will force the Saints to lean heavily on veteran edge rusher Cam Jordan. Chase Young is also expected to see increased snaps in their absence BleacherReport. Tyree Wilson may also see more playing time as the Saints adjust their pass-rush rotation BleacherReport.
Falcons Also Dealing With Injury Questions
Atlanta is not without its own injury concerns. The Falcons have listed linebackers Divine Deablo and Yasir Abdullah as questionable, along with defensive end Samson Ebukam BleacherReport. Both teams enter the matchup with identical 1-2 records, making this a pivotal NFC South contest BleacherReport.
Historic Matchup in Saints' Iconic Stadium
Monday's game carries special significance as it marks the 20th anniversary of the Saints' 2006 "Domecoming" matchup BleacherReport. The game will be played at the Superdome in New Orleans at 7:15 p.m. ET BleacherReport. Despite the injuries, both teams will compete for a crucial divisional win.
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