The New Orleans Saints released their first injury report of Week 15 on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, revealing a handful of key players who did not participate (DNP) in practice as the team prepares to host the Carolina Panthers. The Saints continue to battle through a challenging season, and the availability of their core talent remains a significant storyline.

RB Alvin Kamara | Knee/Ankle, Did Not Participate (DNP)

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S Justin Reid | Knee, Did Not Participate (DNP)

T Asim Richards | Ankle, Did Not Participate (DNP)

T Taliese Fuaga | Ankle, Limited Participation (LP)

RB Devin Neal | Abdomen, Limited Participation (LP)

DE Chris Rumph II | Wrist, Limited Participation (LP)

Alvin Kamara (Knee/Ankle) has been a DNP for the initial practice of the week, continuing his absence from the last two games. Kamara has been dealing with an MCL sprain, and the team appears to be cautious about rushing their veteran backfield leader.4 His status for Sunday’s game remains very much up in the air, forcing rookie Devin Neal (Abdomen, LP) to carry a larger load alongside the team’s other running backs.5

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The offensive line is also dealing with significant issues. Starting right tackle Taliese Fuaga (Ankle) was upgraded to a limited participant (LP) after missing the last game, which is a hopeful sign for the Saints’ pass and run protection. However, his replacement in the last game, tackle Asim Richards (Ankle), was a DNP on Wednesday. Getting Fuaga back could be crucial for a Saints offense looking to stabilize the right side of the line.

Safety, Justin Reid (Knee) was the third player to be listed as a DNP for Wednesday’s practice. His absence is a blow to the secondary, adding pressure to other defensive backs to step up against the Panthers’ passing attack.

On the defensive line, edge rusher Chris Rumph II (Wrist) was listed as a limited participant. Having him available on Sunday will provide necessary depth to the pass rush rotation.

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The New Orleans Saints secured a crucial win last week despite the injury woes, but the team’s ability to compete in Week 15 will largely depend on the status of these key contributors as the week progresses. The Saints’ faithful will be closely monitoring practice reports over the next two days for any upgrades in the status of players like Alvin Kamara and Taliese Fuaga.