The New Orleans Saints and New York Jets have wrapped up their final practices ahead of their Week 16 matchup in the Caesar’s Superdome. The Saints ruled out three players, including starters Alvin Kamara and Cesar Ruiz. New Orleans also placed breakout wide receiver Devaughn Vele and rookie running back Devin Neal on the injured reserve, ending their seasons. Three players are questionable for the Saints on Sunday, with the status of Mason Tipton, Zaire Mitchell-Paden, and Nathan Shepherd each being limited or absent from Friday’s practice. Safety Justin Reid will be making his return after missing two games with a knee injury.
The Jets ruled out three players, including standout rookie tight end Mason Taylor. New York named rookie quarterback Brady Cook the starter, while the status of Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields is questionable.
DT Davon Godchaux (NIR-Rest)
DT Nathan Shepherd (Ankle/Knee) Questionable
TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden (Knee) Questionable
RB Alvin Kamara (Knee/Ankle) Out
T Asim Richards (Ankle) Out
WR Mason Tipton (Illness) Questionable
EDGE Jermaine Johnson II (Neck/Calf)
QB Tyrod Taylor (Groin/Knee) Questionable
QB Justin Fields (Knee) Questionable
DL Eric Watts (Concussion) Out
TE Mason Taylor (Neck) Out
LB Kiko Mauigoa (Neck) Out