New Orleans Saints’ Running Back Mark Ingram Expected To Miss 6 Weeks

Published: 4^th May 12 7:03 pm

by Alejandro Aviles
Alejandro Aviles

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In a report filed by ESPN’s Adam Schefter it was reported that New Orleans Saints’ running back Mark Ingram underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee today and is expected to miss 6 weeks. Ingram will most likely miss mini-camps but the team expects him to be ready for training camp. This is not good news for the Saints because not only has their defense been hit hard with the “bountygate” suspensions but now their offense takes a hit. However, Ingram should not miss any time during the regular season. Ingram only played in 10 games last season and started 4 of them. During his time on the field last season Ingram totaled 474 rushing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns. In addition to his running game Ingram also caught 11 passes for 46 yards.

Ingram battled injuries during last season, his rookie season, but he is expected to be a cornerstone of the Saints’ franchise for years to come. Ingram is an imposing running back that has a nice combination of power and speed. Ingram excels very well in short yardage situations where he converted 10 of 12 third and one rushing attempts last season. Even with the Saints missing Ingram for 6 weeks it will not be anything they cannot overcome. The Saints boast an impressive running back corps and are very deep at the position.

Last season Ingram did not play in the postseason but the Saints running game did not suffer thanks to the running back trio of Darren Sproles, Pierre Thomas, and Chris Ivory. Sproles, Thomas, and Ivory all complemented each other very well as the Saints’ ground game had much success during the regular season and postseason. Once Ingram fully recovers from his surgery the Saints’ run game should have a lot more consistency and they will be very deep at the running back position.

Ingram’s surgery was more of a precaution and it should ensure his successful return to the field. Once Ingram gets back playing he will continue to be another great addition to the Saints and provide the Saints with great production.

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