Saints Rookie Jordyn Tyson Out 2 Months: Report
Saints Rookie Wide Receiver Jordyn Tyson Could Miss Two Months with Hamstring Injury
What Happened?
New Orleans Saints rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson hurt his hamstring during a joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 13. According to NFL Network reporters Ian Rapoport and Mike Garofolo, he might be out for about two months.
Where it happened: Oxnard, California (Saints training camp location)
Date of injury: August 13, 2026
Team: New Orleans Saints
Player: Jordyn Tyson (rookie, 8th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft)
How the Injury Happened
Here’s the simple breakdown of what went down on the field:
- Tyson caught a pass during practice
- He landed awkwardly after the catch
- His foot slipped on the ground
- He got shoved from behind by a defender
- He slowly got up, tested his leg, then jogged off with trainers
- He did not return to practice that day
Coach Kellen Moore explained: "Any player in that situation — foot slips, shoved from behind — probably has the same diagnosis. This has nothing to do with Jordyn’s history."
Important Points to Know
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Timeline: Two months from August 13 = Week 6 of the regular season (game at New York Giants)
- Season opener: Saints play at Detroit Lions on September 13 — Tyson will likely miss this
- Different from college: This is a new injury, not related to hamstring issues he had at Arizona State
- Multiple opinions: Tyson has seen several doctors to get the best advice
- Travel uncertain: Saints head to California for joint practices with Cowboys and Rams — unclear if Tyson goes
What the Coach Said
Kellen Moore (Saints Head Coach) shared his thoughts:
| Topic | What Moore Said |
|---|---|
| Injury timeline | "Could potentially go into the regular season" — no firm timetable yet |
| Tyson’s camp performance | "Jordyn’s had a great camp. He’s played really good football." |
| How the team handles it | "We’ll just work through it… He’ll be fine. We’ll get through this and he’ll be good to go." |
| Preseason reality | "Inevitably, this is the unfortunate part of what preseason and training camp football is." |
How the Saints Handled Tyson Before the Injury
The team was careful with their top draft pick:
- Rookie minicamp: Limited participation
- OTAs (Organized Team Activities): Cautious approach
- Veteran minicamp: Managed workload
- Training camp: Practiced fully every day except…
- Exception: Sat out 1-on-1 drills against defensive backs
What’s Next for the Saints?
Upcoming Schedule
- Travel to California for joint practices
- vs Dallas Cowboys
- vs Los Angeles Rams
- Regular season opener: September 13 at Detroit Lions
- Week 6: Game at New York Giants (target return window)
- After Week 6: Team travels to Paris for international game
If Tyson Can’t Go…
The Saints will need other receivers to step up. Moore mentioned: "We’ve already had a few of these guys… you just have something that comes up and we’ll work through it."
Summary
- Jordyn Tyson, Saints’ 8th overall pick, injured his right hamstring on August 13
- Injury happened when he caught a pass, slipped, and got pushed from behind
- Not related to his college hamstring problems
- Two-month recovery = likely misses season opener (Sept 13) and returns around Week 6 (vs Giants)
- Coach Moore says Tyson had a great camp and will be fine long-term
- Saints being cautious — Tyson seeing multiple doctors, may stay back during California trip
FAQ
How serious is a two-month hamstring injury for a rookie?
Not uncommon. Hamstrings are tricky — rushing back causes re-injury. Two months is a standard Grade 2 strain timeline. The Saints are smart to be patient.
Will Tyson play in the season opener vs the Lions?
Very unlikely. September 13 is only ~4 weeks away. The 2-month timeline points to Week 6 (mid-October).
Is this the same injury he had in college?
No. Coach Moore confirmed: "This is different from Tyson’s hamstring issues he dealt with at Arizona State." It’s a new, separate injury caused by a freak play.
Why was he doing 1-on-1 drills if they were being careful?
He wasn’t — that’s the point! The Saints held him out of 1-on-1s all camp. He got hurt doing regular team drills (catching a pass in traffic).
What happens if he misses the Paris game too?
The Saints play in Paris right after the Giants game (Week 6). If he’s not ready by then, he’d miss that too — but the team expects him back by or before Week 6.
Article based on reporting by Katherine Terrell (ESPN) and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport & Mike Garofolo. Published August 17, 2026.