Saints lose promising cornerback to season-ending injury

The New Orleans Saints' injury list continues to expand as the preseason concludes. Cornerback Rejzohn Wright has been placed on injured reserve and will undergo season-ending surgery, thus eliminating his chances of making the Saints' 53-man roster. Wright, who was vying for a reserve spot in the defense and aiming to secure a role on special teams, now faces an unfortunate setback. Despite the team's initial belief in his potential, his season has come to an abrupt end.

Coach Kellen Moore revealed on Monday that rookie defensive back Lorenzo Styles Jr. will miss games due to a calf injury, while tight end Moliki Matavao and running back Ty Chandler are both experiencing knee injuries. The extent of Chandler's injury remains unclear, with the team still gathering information and no definitive timeline for his return.

Rookie tight end Oscar Delp is dealing with a hamstring issue, and second-year running back Devin Neal is also managing a hamstring problem, which he had previously recovered from. The sheer number of players sidelined is alarming, with nearly two dozen Saints players either absent from Monday's walkthrough or working on the sidelines after a physically demanding 10-day period encompassing two preseason games and three joint practices.

Moore highlighted the varying circumstances among the group of 20+, with some players working through maintenance programs while others contend with genuine injuries. With only one preseason game remaining against the Dallas Cowboys on Friday, the Saints must concentrate on assessing their roster and aiding their injured players in recovering before the start of the regular season. Balancing these responsibilities is a challenging task for Moore and the team's staff.