Erik McCoy Injury News & Updates

New Orleans placed McCoy (biceps) on its injured reserve list Tuesday.

The move comes as no surprise, as it was already known McCoy would miss the remainder of the season after tearing his biceps during Sunday's game at Chicago. Luke Fortner stepped in at center for the Saints after McCoy went down in Week 7, but the team could at some point opt to slide over Cesar Ruiz if Fortner proves a significant downgrade.

Head coach Kellen Moore relayed Monday that McCoy sustained a season-ending biceps injury during the Saints' 26-14 loss to the Bears on Sunday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy tore his biceps during Sunday's loss, which will sideline the seventh-year offensive lineman for the rest of the 2025 season. His loss is a severe blow to the Saints' offense, as the 2019 second-rounder was named to the Pro Bowl in each of the last two years. Luke Fortner entered Sunday's game following McCoy's exit, but it could be Cesar Ruiz who shifts over from right guard to center for the rest of the 2025 campaign.

McCoy is believed to have sustained a torn biceps in Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Bears and will likely miss the remainder of the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The veteran center exited New Orleans' Week 7 loss in the fourth quarter, and the injury now appears serious enough to sideline him for the remainder of the year. This is a huge blow to the Saints' offensive line, as McCoy was selected to the Pro Bowl in each of his last two seasons. In his stead, Luke Fortner is expected to step in and start at center.

McCoy (biceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bears.

McCoy left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's contest after sustaining a bicep injury and was quickly ruled out. Luke Fortner is now in at center for the Saints.

McCoy (elbow) is taking part in the Saints' offseason training activities.

McCoy ended last year on IR after injuring his elbow against Green Bay in Week 16. The veteran out of Texas A&M is now healthy again and is expected to serve as the Saints' starting center in 2025.

The Saints placed McCoy (elbow) on injured reserve Saturday.

McCoy's placement on IR comes as no surprise as he was already expected to miss the Saints' final two games of the regular season due to an elbow injury he suffered against the Packers in Week 16. Shane Lemieux is expected to serve as New Orleans' starting center for the last two games of the year, starting with Sunday's game against Las Vegas.

McCoy (elbow) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy injured his elbow during the Saints' Week 16 loss to the Packers. He was able to avoid a major injury, though it appears as though he will not play in the Saints' final two games of the regular season, per Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football. Shane Lemieux will serve as New Orleans' starting center due to McCoy and Lucas Patrick (knee) both being ruled out for Sunday's game.

Interim head coach Darren Rizzi said Monday that McCoy does not require surgery to repair an elbow injury that he suffered in New Orleans' 34-0 loss to Green Bay on Monday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy attempted to play through the injury in the second quarter, but he was taken out of the game for a second time and did not take the field for the second half. While it appears likely that McCoy will miss the Saints' final two games of the regular season, the good news is that he doesn't appear to require a procedure to repair the injury. Shane Lemieux will likely take over at starting center for as long as McCoy is sidelined.

McCoy (elbow) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Packers.

McCoy left in the first quarter of Monday's game due to an elbow injury. He briefly returned in the second frame, but he has since exited the contest and will not return. Shane Lemieux will serve as the Saints' center for the rest of the game due to McCoy's injury.

McCoy (elbow) has returned for Monday's game against the Packers, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy briefly left Monday's game due to an elbow injury he picked up in the first quarter, but he has been cleared to return to the contest and will reclaim his spot at center from Lucas Patrick.

McCoy (elbow) is questionable to return to Monday night's contest against the Saints.

McCoy suffered an elbow injury in the first quarter, leaving his status for the rest of the game up in the air. In his absence, Lucas Patrick stands to operate as the team's starting center.

McCoy (groin) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Giants, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy practiced in a full capacity Friday after opening the Saints' week of practice with consecutive limited sessions, suggesting that he's moved past his groin injury in time for Sunday's contest. Expect the 27-year-old to serve as the Saints' starting center in Week 14.

McCoy (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.

After failing to log any practice reps during Week 13 prep due to a groin issue, McCoy will miss his eighth game of the campaign. With Lucas Patrick (calf) also sidelined, Shane Lemieux is in line to start at center for the Saints.

McCoy (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

McCoy aggravated a groin injury during the Saints' Week 11 win over the Browns. Though he's listed as questionable, McCoy has not practiced all week, and with Lucas Patrick (calf) already ruled out for Sunday's game, Shane Lemieux would be in line to start at center if McCoy cannot play.

McCoy is questionable to return to Sunday's Week 11 matchup versus Cleveland due to a groin injury.

McCoy landed on IR due to a groin injury in late September and sat out seven games. He was able to return for Sunday's contest against Cleveland but was deemed questionable to return in the second half due to another groin issue. Shane Lemieux has entered the game at center in McCoy's stead.

McCoy (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

McCoy was able to practice in full Friday, which gave the Saints the green light to activate the 2019 second-round pick off injured reserve Saturday. With Lucas Patrick (ankle) inactive for Sunday's game, McCoy should slide into the starting center spot while Shane Lemieux serves as the backup.

New Orleans activated McCoy (groin) off injured reserve Saturday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy was able to practice in full Friday, which is good enough for him to be activated from IR. He's still listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, but if he does play, he should reclaim his starting spot at center.

McCoy (groin) logged a full practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy opened the week with consecutive limited practices, but the 2019 second-round pick finished strong with a full practice Friday. Even with the questionable tag, Rod Walker of The New Orleans Advocate relays that McCoy should be activated off injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game. If that's the case, McCoy would likely start as center as Lucas Patrick has been ruled out for a second straight game due to an ankle injury.

McCoy (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

McCoy's 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve opened Thursday. He was able to log consecutive limited practices to the end the week, but he'll be sidelined for Sunday's contest. McCoy's next chance at suiting up will be Week 11 against Cleveland on Sunday, Nov. 17.

McCoy (groin) was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday.

McCoy suffered a groin injury in Week 3 against the Eagles, and he was placed on injured reserve after undergoing surgery. His 21-day practice opened Thursday, and he was listed as a limited practice participant in the injury report. McCoy figures to need more time to ramp up before returning to games, but it's unclear who will the the starting center for the Saints against the Falcons on Sunday. Lucas Patrick has missed both practices this week due to a calf injury, though Shane Lemieux (knee) is closer to returning from injured reserve than McCoy. If McCoy, Patrick nor Lemieux is able to play Sunday, Connor McGovern would figure to be the starting center.

McCoy (groin) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Ross Jackson of WWL Louisiana reports.

McCoy's move to IR was imminent, as the 27-year-old sustained a groin injury during the Saints' Week 3 loss to the Eagles that requires surgery and is expected to sideline him for the next 6-to-8 weeks. Lucas Patrick will likely assume the Saints' first-team center duties while McCoy recovers from surgery.

McCoy (groin) suffered an injury during Sunday's loss to the Eagles that is expected to require surgery and sideline him 6-to-8 weeks, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

McCoy's estimated recovery timetable sounds like it will result in him being placed on IR, leaving Lucas Patrick to operate as the Saints' starting center until early November, at least. Until McCoy returns to full health, the Pro Bowler's absence will represent a notable blow to the strength of New Orleans' offensive line.

McCoy (groin) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Eagles, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy sustained a groin injury in the first quarter, and he will not return to Sunday's contest. Lucas Patrick will serve as the Saints' center for the rest of the game while Olisaemeka Udoh stays in at left guard.

McCoy is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Eagles due to a groin injury, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

McCoy walked off the field slowly, but under his own power, and he went to the locker room after being looked at in the blue medical tent. Lucas Patrick has shifted over to center while Olisaemeka Udoh has come into the game at left guard.

The Saints activated McCoy from injured reserve Saturday.

McCoy missed the minimum four games while on injured reserve with a calf injury, but he'll presumably return to action Sunday against the Falcons. If available, he figures to reclaim his spot as the team's starting center.

The Saints designated McCoy (calf) from injured reserve Wednesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy has spent the last four games on IR after being forced out with a calf injury Week 9 versus Baltimore, and he was designated to return to practice at the earliest possible opportunity. The 25-year-old will now have a 21-day window to be restored to the active roster, otherwise he'll revert to IR for the remainder of the 2022 campaign. McCoy's first chance to play again will come Sunday against Atlanta.

McCoy (calf) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

McCoy suffered the injury in the Saints' Week 9 loss to Baltimore and has failed to practice in any capacity since. He'll now be forced to miss the team's next four games, meaning the earliest he can return is Week 15 against the Falcons.

McCoy (calf) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy was forced out with a calf injury during the first half of Monday's loss to the Ravens and was seen in a walking boot postgame. The 25-year-old then did not practice at all Week 10, and his next opportunity to play will come against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 20. With McCoy sidelined, Cesar Ruiz will likely shift over into the Saints' starting center role while Calvin Throckmorton steps in at right guard.

McCoy left the locker room with a walking boot following Monday's 27-13 loss to the Ravens, Brooke Kirchhofer of WWL-TV New Orleans reports.

McCoy was unable to return after exiting in the first half against Baltimore, and he was seen struggling to put any weight on his injured calf postgame, per Kirchhofer. The 25-year-old has started all 52 of his regular-season games since being selected in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, and he inked a five-year contract extension with New Orleans this offseason. It will be worth monitoring McCoy's status heading into Sunday's contest versus Pittsburgh.

McCoy (calf) is questionable to return to Monday's game versus the Ravens, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

McCoy was forced out before the end of the first half and was unable to take the field on the Saints' first series of the third quarter. The veteran center also entered the 2022 campaign with a lingering calf issue, but he has been able to start every game for New Orleans this season. With McCoy sidelined, Cesar Ruiz moved over to center and Calvin Throckmorton was inserted at right guard, per Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football and Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com.

McCoy (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's season opener against the Falcons, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McCoy practiced in a limited fashion on both Wednesday and Thursday, but his return to a full participant during Friday's session indicates that his calf issue is no longer a concern. The 2019 second-rounder is slated to serve as the team's starting center Sunday against Atlanta.

McCoy (calf) signed a five-year contract extension worth up to $63.75 million Thursday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

The contract includes over $40 million in guarantees, and keeps McCoy stationed in New Orleans for years to come. The 25-year-old center has started for the Saints in each of the past three seasons, missing just six games over that span. McCoy logged limited practices on both Wednesday and Thursday this week, as he's tending to a calf issue. The 303-pounder's participation during Friday's practice should provide more clarity regarding his Week 1 availability against the Falcons.

McCoy (illness) isn't listed on the Saints' injury report Wednesday.

McCoy didn't suit up for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers after being activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, but it now appears he's received full clearance. The 2019 second-round pick should reclaim his starting spot at center for Week 18.

McCoy (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

McCoy cleared the health and safety protocols Saturday, but it is likely that he is not yet in game shape. His absence is another hit to the Saints' offensive line that is also missing Ryan Ramczyk (undisclosed) and potentially Terron Armstead (knee).

McCoy was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

If cleared, McCoy's presence would be a huge boon for the Saints' offensive line. The 24-year-old hasn't missed a game since Week 5.

McCoy was put on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.

McCoy is one of a number of Saints to hit the list this week. If he can't go in Sunday against the Panthers, Cesar Ruiz would be the likely replacement.

McCoy (calf) doesn't have an injury designation heading into Monday's matchup with the Seahawks, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

McCoy was a limited participant in practice all week, but he will be available for Monday's contest with the Seahawks. The 24-year-old center hasn't played since the Saints' opening week win over the Packers, so his presence should be a boost their offense moving forward.

McCoy (calf) won't play Sunday against Washington, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy has been dealing with a calf injury since Week 1, and he didn't practice this week. Cesar Ruiz should start at center once again Sunday.

McCoy (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Giants, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

McCoy picked up the calf injury in the season opener and is set to miss his third straight game. Cesar Ruiz has assumed the starting center role in McCoy's absence.

McCoy (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, according to Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football.

McCoy picked up the calf injury in the season opener against Green Bay and is set to miss his second straight game, meaning Cesar Ruiz could be in line for a bigger role. McCoy's next chance to play will come in Week 4 at home against the Giants.

McCoy (calf) will not play in Sunday's Week 2 matchup with the Panthers.

McCoy suffered a calf strain in Week 1 and was subsequently unable to practice all week. In his absence, look for Cesar Ruiz to step in at center.

McCoy strained his calf during Sunday's game against Green Bay, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Tom Pelissero of NFL Network suggested that McCoy could be sidelined through the Saints' Week 6 bye, but the local source in Johnson remains without a timetable for the center's return. Look for Cesar Ruiz to slide over to center during any games McCoy is unavailable for in the near future.