The organization is prioritizing a long-term approach to ensure the health of their first-round draft pick. Although Tyson is technically eligible to return following the team's Week 4 Monday Night Football clash against the Atlanta Falcons, head coach
Strategic recovery timeline for Saints rookie
The Saints are weighing several factors regarding when to activate Tyson from the injured reserve list. Reports suggest a return before Week 7 is unlikely, and even that timeline presents logistical challenges, as the team is scheduled to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris that week. Given the team’s bye in Week 8, a return for the Week 9 home game against the Cleveland Browns is viewed by some as a more logical and conservative path to ensure full recovery.
Tyson, selected No. 8 overall in this year's draft, sustained the right hamstring injury on August 13 during a joint practice session with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Coach Moore noted that this injury is distinct from the hamstring issues Tyson experienced during his collegiate career at Arizona State, where he missed three games last season. Regarding the current status of his rehabilitation, Moore stated on Saturday that the focus remains entirely on the training staff's program, with plans to open a practice window only once the player clears necessary medical checkpoints.
Impact on the Saints' passing attack
The return of the rookie receiver would provide a significant boost to a New Orleans passing offense that has been productive but lacks depth. Entering their Week 4 matchup, the Saints rank fourth in the NFL with an average of 281.3 passing yards per game. However, the receiving corps has been heavily reliant on star Chris Olave and No. 2 wideout Devaughn Vele.
Beyond those two, production from the wide receiver group has been limited through the first three games of the season. Fourth-round rookie Bryce Lance has contributed eight receptions for 50 yards, while Kevin Austin Jr. has recorded a single catch for 7 yards. The Saints view Tyson as a vital piece of their future and are committed to ensuring he is fully prepared before reintroducing him to the rigors of the NFL schedule.
