This isn’t great. The New Orleans Saints downgraded starting cornerback Paulson Adebo (hamstring) and veteran tight end Foster Moreau (ankle) on Saturday, meaning neither of them will play against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Adebo was previously listed as questionable on the injury report after he hurt his hamstring at practice on Friday; Moreau was doubtful to play, only practicing on a limited basis Thursday and otherwise being inactive.
Expect veteran backup Isaac Yiadom to fill in for Adebo opposite Marshon Lattimore in Green Bay. The Saints want to keep second-year pro Alontae Taylor in the slot, as that’s viewed as his long-term position, and he’s still actively learning on the job. Moving him around would not help that development. But they could surprise us and move him back outside (where he played last year, performing at a high level), especially if Ugo Amadi is able to play — though he’s dealing with a knee injury of his own.
Either way, the Saints are going to be short two starting defensive backs. Adebo is injured and Marcus Maye is suspended the next three games. New Orleans needs to be on top of their game against Jordan Love and the high-flying Packers receiving corps Sunday afternoon.
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