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See the full story · 2 sourcesThe New Orleans Saints could be without a key figure on their defense for the upcoming season.
Defensive tackle Bryan Bresee is feared to have suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament, ESPN's Ian Rapoport reported.
Bresee suffered a knee injury at training camp on Wednesday, July 29, and left practice.
A first-round pick out of Clemson in 2023, Bresee has emerged as an important piece for New Orleans' defense. Though he logged a career-low 2 1/2 sacks in 2025 in new coordinator Brandon Staley's scheme, he still helped set the tone for a group that surprised many by ranking ninth in yards allowed per game (299.8).
In three years, Bresee has logged 14 1/2 sacks and 19 tackles for loss.
The Saints in April picked up Bresee's fifth-year option, keeping him under contract with the team through 2027.
Bresee also suffered a torn ACL in 2021.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Saints' former first-round pick feared to have suffered torn ACL
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