New Orleans Saints confirm the worst with Erik McCoy injury update
When Erik McCoy came off the field and went into the blue injury tent on Sunday, every New Orleans Saints fan feared the worst. The Monday after the game, those fears have come true.
First reported by Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football, the Saints will lose the center for the rest of the 2025 season. As it turns out, the injury that McCoy suffered was a torn bicep. If all of his recovery goes well, he should be back in time for the 2026 season.
This is a huge blow for the team, to say the least. McCoy, 28, is one of the best in the National Football League at his position and is also in the prime of his career. Luke Fortner, who the team traded for during the preseason, played in his place. Currently, he's the likely name we'll see in that spot going forward.
For Erik McCoy, this is not his first rodeo
Unfortunately for Erik McCoy, this is not the first time he's suffered a significant injury. Back in 2021, he injured his calf in the season opener and was out for the next four weeks. The next season in 2022, calf injuries once again would cause him to miss four games. However, most recently in 2024, he suffered two separate injuries, one to his groin and the other to his elbow, which caused him to miss a combined seven games.
The team sorely missed him last season, only winning two games in his absence. The impact could be seen with a naked eye as well, because the pressure rate would jump from 22.1% (which would have been third overall in the NFL at the time) to 34% when he would leave the field.
Spencer Rattler should be sweating. Scratch that, everyone on the team should be sweating because without Erik McCoy, the Saints offense is only at half power. That second win of the season just became even harder.
Craig Breslow Stresses Importance of Adding Quality No. 2 Starter to Strengthen Pitching Rotation for Next Season
In a recent statement, CEO Craig Breslow emphasized the importance of securing a reliable No. 2 starting pitcher to complement Garrett Crochet in the team’s pitching rotation for the upcoming season. Breslow outlined that adding depth to the rotation is crucial for the team's long-term success and competitiveness, particularly as they aim to contend at a high level in the next campaign.
The organization has already placed significant faith in Garrett Crochet, whose talent and potential as a cornerstone of the pitching staff have been evident. However, Breslow made it clear that, in order to take the pressure off Crochet and ensure a balanced, formidable rotation, acquiring a top-tier No. 2 starter is a priority.
"We believe in Garrett's abilities, but to reach our full potential as a team, we need to add a quality arm to support him in the rotation," Breslow explained. "It’s crucial that we continue to build depth and ensure that we have the necessary pitching strength throughout the season. We are focused on finding the right fit to complement our current roster."
With the team looking to improve upon previous seasons, Breslow’s statement underscores the front office’s proactive approach in shaping a competitive team that can go the distance. The addition of a No. 2 starter would not only bolster the pitching rotation but also provide more stability, particularly in the middle of the season when fatigue and injuries can often affect performance.
The search for the right starting pitcher is expected to be a focal point for the front office in the coming months, as the team aims to make strategic moves that will position them for success. With the backing of a solid rotation, the team is hopeful that they can improve their chances in the postseason and put themselves in a position to compete for a championship.
