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Kaden Elliss returns to practice: What it means for the Saints’ defense

Kaden Elliss returned to practice, and his return is exactly what the doctor ordered for the New Orleans Saints defense ahead of the Paris showdown…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 10:49 PM
Kaden Elliss returns to practice: What it means for the Saints’ defense
Key Things to Know
  • Kaden Elliss returned to practice as a limited participant after missing three weeks with a calf injury.
  • Elliss has been sidelined since playing every defensive snap against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 3.
  • Danny Stutsman stepped in to fill Elliss' spot at linebacker during his absence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New Orleans Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss returned to practice as a limited participant after missing three consecutive weeks due to a calf injury. Elliss had been sidelined since the team's Week 3 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders, where he played every snap before being ruled out for subsequent games.

Darrion Gray notes that Elliss' absence significantly reduced the aggressiveness of the Saints' defense, creating a noticeable drop-off despite contributions from Danny Stutsman and Pete Werner. Gray argues that having Elliss back on the field will significantly boost New Orleans' downhill run defense and pass rushing.

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