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As the New Orleans Saints were mounting their comeback against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Chris Olave was missing in action. The Saints’ top receiver had been targeted just twice in the first three quarters, catching one of them for 7 yards. New Orleans was pushing the ball into scoring range, and CBS commentator Robert Griffin III began speaking about Olave’s lack of opportunity in the game as New Orleans lined up for a second and 10 from the Panthers’ 32-yard line. SEE MORE>>

The New Orleans Saints are adding help at running back. With rookie Devin Neal (hamstring) already ruled out for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets and veteran Alvin Kamara still not practicing with a knee injury, New Orleans has signed running back Nyheim Hines to the practice squad, sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed. SEE MORE>>

The New Orleans Saints have been relatively healthy this season. But the injury bug might finally be catching up to them. Coach Kellen Moore ruled out running back Devin Neal (ankle) and wide receiver Devaughn Vele (shoulder) ahead of Sunday’s game against the New York Jets as five players in total missed practice Wednesday. SEE MORE>>

Demario Davis believes he has a “linebacker tree.” Much like coaches get credit for having assistants hired away and thrive elsewhere, the New Orleans Saints linebacker has seen the same happen with his backups and those who have played beside him. SEE MORE>>

Ted Ginn Jr. is adding a new chapter to his football career. The former New Orleans Saints receiver was named the head coach of the Columbus Aviators, who will embark on their inaugural season in March of next year. SEE MORE>>

Tyler Shough won’t be the only rookie quarterback to start this Sunday’s game between the New Orleans Saints and New York Jets. Jets coach Aaron Glenn told the New York media Wednesday afternoon that undrafted rookie Brady Cook would earn his second straight start. Glenn did not say yet which of the veterans Tyrod Taylor or Justin Fields would serve as the backup. SEE MORE>>