What happened: Kellen Moore confirmed that Bryan Bresee will undergo surgery. The defensive tackle injured his knee during training camp last week.
Why it matters: New Orleans enters the preseason without a starting interior defender. The Saints exercised Bresee's fifth-year option in April, extending his contract through 2027.
By the numbers: Bresee started all 15 games he played in 2025 before missing the final two weeks with a knee injury. He also sustained a torn ACL in 2021.
What to watch: The Saints must determine how to replace Bresee's snaps before the 2026 season begins.