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Saints receiving corps is showing how badly they’re missing Jordyn Tyson

The New Orleans Saints receiving corps has just been the Chris Olave, Devaughn Vele show. Jordyn Tyson's eventual return should give this room a needed jolt…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 2:02 PM
Saints receiving corps is showing how badly they’re missing Jordyn Tyson
Key Things to Know
  • Molly Bauer argues the Saints offense is significantly hindered without injured rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson.
  • Chris Olave and Devaughn Vele are the team's only productive receivers with 636 and 348 yards respectively.
  • Third wide receiver Bryce Lance has contributed just 78 yards and one touchdown this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Molly Bauer argues that the New Orleans Saints' offense is noticeably struggling due to the absence of rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. Heading into their bye week, the Saints have largely relied on just two wide receivers, Chris Olave and Devaughn Vele, who lead the team with 636 and 348 receiving yards, respectively. Third-option Bryce Lance has managed only 78 receiving yards and a single touchdown.

Tyson has been sidelined since August with a hamstring injury but has reached his two-month recovery timeline and participated in pre-game warm-ups. Bauer highlights Tyson's route-running, middle-of-the-field production, and college success against zone coverage as potential boosts for quarterback Tyler Shough. The Saints could potentially open Tyson's 21-day practice window following the bye week.

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