The New Orleans Saints are going into their first preseason game with the Kansas City Chiefs bruised and a little battered, but head coach Dennis Allen says almost everyone who is healthy is expected to play. Some players managing injuries will be sidelined so they can continue healing up while the team kicks off in exhibition on Sunday.
One notable player who will run with the first-team offense is wide receiver Michael Thomas, making his return after injuries slowed him down in recent years.
Here’s who will not be available to play against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs at the Caesars Superdome: