Hope is the last thing you lose when circumstances seem dire, and for the New Orleans Saints, this is indeed one of those times. Facing a pivotal matchup against the Miami Dolphins, they are clinging to the possibility of a playoff berth in the NFL, with high hopes for the potential participation of Chris Olave on the field.
Though the Saints’ injury report listed him as questionable due to a back issue, Olave was ultimately activated. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network and Adam Schefter of ESPN had already reported that the Saints expected Olave to play against the Dolphins today.
Though unlikely, the Saints are diligently calculating their path to a playoff berth. However, securing a spot will require more than just a victory; other teams have outperformed them in the NFC standings this season.
Olave’s impact so far this season with the Saints
Even though he hasn’t been at his peak with the Saints this season, the team appears to struggle in his absence. With 734 receiving yards, 10 touchdowns, and 34 first downs, Olave has made acceptable contributions to New Orleans.
While these stats don’t fully reflect his potential, Olave has the opportunity to rebound in the upcoming games, if his back issue, carefully monitored by the medical team, allows.
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Dolphins’ inactive players
Conversely, the Saints’ rivals are missing some players for today’s game, which could be crucial for the Dolphins’ hopes of securing a playoff spot, or at least a Wild Card position.
The Dolphins will be without CB AJ Green III, LB Andre Carter, WR Tahj Washington, and DT Matthew Butler for their Week 13 matchup in the NFL against New Orleans.
