Taliese Fuaga - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Cleared for Sunday Fuaga (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Impact Fuaga upgraded to a full participant in Friday's practice, just in time to dodge an injury designation for Sunday's divisional clash. The Saints are out of the playoff race, but a healthy right tackle for Tyler Shough will help them try to spoil the Panthers' shot at a division title.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Morning Break: Taliese Fuaga returns; rookie records in reach for Tyler Shough A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Thursday, December 11

DECEMBER 11 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Limited in practice Fuaga (ankle) was a limited participant in New Orleans' practice Wednesday.

Impact Fuaga's still battling the ankle injury that has kept him out of the team's last three games. If the 2024 first-round pick ends up being healthy enough to play in Sunday's matchup versus the Panthers, he should resume his role as the Saints' starting right tackle.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Shough's growth, steady defense and roster-wide effort had Saints coach Kellen Moore smiling

Rookie Tyler Shough took another step as an NFL quarterback by showing he could improvise under pressure and in the clutch

DECEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Won't play at Tampa Bay Fuaga (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Erin Summers of ESPN reports.

Impact Fuaga has missed two of the Saints' last three games as he continues to recover from a high ankle sprain he suffered in Week 9 against the Rams, and he'll sit out again in Week 14. In his absence, 2023 fifth-rounder Asim Richards projects to start at right tackle Sunday.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Not at practice Wednesday Fuaga (ankle) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Fuaga returned to the lineup last week after missing two games with a high-ankle sprain. It appears he's still feeling the effects to some extent, and if he's unable to play this Sunday versus the Buccaneers, Asim Richard likely will start at right tackle.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant Thursday Fuaga (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Ross Jackson of WWL Louisiana reports.

Impact Fuaga missed two consecutive games with injury after suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 9. The starting right tackle's upgrade to full practice means, barring a setback, that he should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Dolphins

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Fuaga (ankle) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Fuaga suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 9 and has missed two consecutive games with the injury. The limited practice gives Fuaga a chance to return Sunday against Miami.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Week 12 Fuaga (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's tilt against Atlanta.

Impact Fuaga suffered a high-ankle sprain Week 9 versus the Rams and will miss his second straight game around the Saints' Week 11 bye. Asim Richards will likely step in to start at right tackle again.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Atlanta Fuaga (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus Atlanta, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Fuaga suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 9 and missed the Saints' Week 10 contest prior to last week's bye. Asim Richards started in Fuaga's place two weeks back and would be in line to handle those reps again if Fuaga is unable to play Sunday.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Fuaga (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

Impact Fuaga was able to make his return to practice after being unavailable to open the week Wednesday. The offensive tackle was forced to miss the team's last contest in Week 10 against the Panthers due to a high-ankle sprain, and he'll have one more chance to log a full practice Friday before the team's Week 12 matchup with the Falcons on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Fuaga (ankle) didn't participate in New Orleans' practice Wednesday.

Impact Fuaga is still dealing with the ankle injury that forced him to miss the Week 10 win over the Panthers. If the 23-year-old is unable to play Sunday versus the Falcons, Asim Richards should get the start at right tackle.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 10 Fuaga (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Fuaga was expected to miss the Week 10 divisional matchup after sustaining a high-ankle sprain the game prior, so his absence Sunday comes as no surprise. While he's sidelined, Dillon Radunz or Asim Richards could operate as the Saints' top right tackle.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with high-ankle sprain Head coach Kellen Moore told reporters Monday that Fuaga is considered week-to-week after sustaining a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Rams, Ross Jackson of WWL Lou...

Impact The second-year pro from Oregon State is likely to be sidelined for at least the Week 10 matchup against the Panthers following Sunday's high-ankle sprain. If inactive as expected, Asim Richards is likely to operate as the Saints' top right tackle.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Week 9 Fuaga sustained an ankle injury during the Saints' 34-10 loss to the Rams on Sunday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Fuaga had his ankle evaluated by medical staff on the sidelines before being carted to the locker room. He'll undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury, but he is in jeopardy of being sidelined for the Saints' Week 10 road tilt against the Panthers on Sunday, Nov. 9. Asim Richards took at right tackle during Sunday's game and would be in line to start if Fuaga misses time.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 6 • Associated Press

Logs full practice Thursday Fuaga (knee/back) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The 2024 first-rounder didn't play in the Saints' Week 3 loss to the Seahawks due to knee and back injuries. Fuaga's ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he should resume his starting role at right tackle for Sunday's game against the Bills.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Allen prioritizes winning over flashy plays as 3-0 Bills prepare to host 0-3 Saints

So long as the Buffalo Bills keep winning, quarterback Josh Allen is fine with the offense he oversees being called boring

SEPTEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Sinking Saints plumbed new depths in a lopsided loss - and have another tough road game up next

New Orleans Saints coach Kellen Moore wants to believe that his team can turn an ugly, lopsided loss into a galvanizing opportunity to get right

SEPTEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Won't play against Seattle Fuaga (knee/back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Fuaga was unable to practice all week due to back and knee injuries, and his next chance to play is Week 4 against the Bills on Sunday, Sept. 28. Asim Richards will likely get the start at left tackle in Fuaga's absence.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans Saints inactives for Seatle Seahawks game | 2025 NFL Week 3 Taliese Fuaga, Devaughn Vele inactive for Week 3

SEPTEMBER 21 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

For New Orleans Saints Taliese Fuaga, this week is a long-awaited homecoming The right tackle finally gets a chance to play in his hometown.

SEPTEMBER 19 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Rattler and Saints to face strong Seahawks secondary as he seeks his 1st win as a starting QB

New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler has made eight NFL starts and is still looking for his first win

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Cleared to play against SF Fuaga (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Impact Fuaga was nursing a knee injury throughout the week, but his ability to practice in a limited capacity Thursday and Friday was enough for him to be cleared to play Sunday. The 2024 first-rounder will start at right tackle while Asim Richards provides depth at the position.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 2 Fuaga (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the 49ers, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact The 2024 first-round pick from Oregon State upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to limited sessions Thursday and Friday, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest. However, if Fuaga is unable to suit up against the 49ers, Asim Richards will likely serve as the Saints' top right tackle.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Shough's growth, steady defense and roster-wide effort had Saints coach Kellen Moore smiling

Saints see their maiden win under Kellen Moore as a sign of growth and a source of hope

Josh Allen prioritizes winning over flashy plays as 3-0 Bills prepare to host 0-3 Saints

Sinking Saints plumbed new depths in a lopsided loss - and have another tough road game up next

Rattler and Saints to face strong Seahawks secondary as he seeks his 1st win as a starting QB