The New Orleans Saints offense will be short-handed in London on Sunday versus the Minnesota Vikings.
Coach Dennis Allen said Friday it’s doubtful that quarterback Jameis Winston (back, ankle) plays, as the Saints are prepping to start Andy Dalton. Additionally, Allen officially ruled out receiver Michael Thomas due to a foot injury.
“I think it’s doubtful that Jameis plays in the game, and so our plan right now is to have Andy ready to go,” Allen said. “We’ll see how things go overnight, but Andy will be ready to go if that’s the direction that we go.”
The Saints have since listed Winston as doubtful and Thomas out on the official injury report. Also ruled out are guard Andrus Peat (concussion) and safety Marcus Maye (rib) while running back Alvin Kamara (rib) and wide receiver Jarvis Landry (ankle) are questionable.
#Saints WR Michael Thomas is out and QB Jameis Winston is doubtful for Sunday, per coach Dennis Allen.
Andy Dalton in line to start against the #Vikings in London.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 30, 2022
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— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) September 29, 2022