Saints put Bryan Bresee on season-ending injured reserve

His $13.931M option keeps him under contract through 2027

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 81 min read

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Saints DT Bryan Bresee, who tore his ACL, officially was placed on season-ending injured reserve today. Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The ACL tear that ended Bresee's season occurred during training camp July 29. Season-ending surgery was confirmed earlier this week.

Why it matters: Bresee started all 15 games he played in 2025, making his loss a major change in the Saints' defensive front. New Orleans now enters the preseason without its 2023 first-round pick.

By the numbers: Bresee recorded 37 tackles and 2.5 sacks in 2025 while playing 69% of New Orleans' defensive snaps.

What to watch: The Saints' interior rotation will come into focus as preseason roster decisions accelerate.

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@AdamSchefter Aug 8, 1:54 AM ET

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Saints put Bryan Bresee on season-ending injured reserve

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