Saints star receiver Michael Thomas, who missed the entirety of the 2021 season with ankle injuries, is still unable to participate in practice. Will he be ready by late July?

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis noted Thursday that he expects Michael Thomas to return after missing the season due to ankle injury, but the club has work to do to upgrade the corps.

With 32 separate 53-man rosters across the NFL, it's easy for key contributors to fly under the radar. Today, Nick Shook spotlights one unsung hero from each NFC team.

Marcas Grant breaks down some NFL fantasy football sleeper picks you should consider starting in Week 16 of the 2021 NFL season.

Michael F. Florio breaks down the top fantasy football matchups for Week 11 of the 2021 NFL season.

Michael F. Florio breaks down the top fantasy football matchups for Week 10 of the 2021 NFL season.

It does not appear likely that Michael Thomas is nearing a return to the New Orleans Saints. The star wide receiver is dealing with a new ankle injury that required a recent meeting with a specialist.

Did anyone see Cordarrelle Patterson's big year coming? What has made Dawson Knox such a potent receiving threat in 2021? Nick Shook ranks the 10 biggest surprises of the season so far.

NFL.com's Michael F. Florio breaks down the players you should try to scoop off the fantasy football waiver wire for Week 6 of the 2021 NFL season.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

James Palmer checks in with Saints players in advance of their long awaited return to the Superdome. He finds a group that's eager to reconnect with the home crowd after bonding through the difficult circumstances of being displaced by Hurricane Ida.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

Michael F. Florio breaks down which players you should target on the waiver wire ahead of Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season.

Following a week of roster cuts and injury designations, Michael F. Florio gives you the rundown on what players to look out for on the waiver wire.

Gregg Rosenthal highlights 22 of the biggest developments from a busy cut-down day in the NFL, including the Patriots' bold move at quarterback.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway caught all five of his targets for 104 yards and two touchdowns in Monday's preseason victory.

The New Orleans Saints were clicking from the start in their preseason victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night.

When will Urban Meyer's offense start to click? Can Cam Newton keep hold on the Patriots' QB1 job? Marc Sessler identifies 10 underdogs to track as the 2021 NFL preseason heads into Week 2.

What did we learn about each NFC team in the first full week of preseason action? Gregg Rosenthal provides everything you need to know, including an evaluation of Jordan Love's first NFL game action.

What will the Saints look like without Drew Brees? How will Sean Payton navigate the 2021 season without his gridiron soulmate? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise, highlighting the most significant players, games and question marks.

The Falcons look unstoppable -- provided they keep Julio Jones. Can Sam Darnold elevate the Panthers' offense? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC South.

How big a role did the 2020 NFL Draft play in the Buccaneers' Super Bowl title? Did the Panthers get immediate returns from their all-defense selection strategy? Nick Shook grades the rookie class of each NFC South team.

Every week this article will look at the best and toughest matchups for each position in fantasy football. It also will give you five players whose fantasy value is on the rise.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway keeps the legs moving for extra yard to convert fourth down.

Can't-Miss Play: New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway hauls in 33-yard contested grab down sideline.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway left all alone for gain of 15 yards.

Can't-Miss Play: New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway makes an impressive one-handed TD catch.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith Houdini bounce to wide receiver Marquez Callaway is out of this world.

See what changes the New Orleans Saints made to their roster this past off-season along with predictions on their best and worst case scenarios.

NFL writer Nick Shook gives us his unsung players on each team for the 2021 season.

Watch the 10 best highlight plays made by the New Orleans Saints in the 2021 NFL season.

Next Gen Stats highlights the most impressive numbers and data from the top plays of the 2021 season

Watch New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill's three most improbable completions from Week 17 of the 2021 NFL season, according to Next Gen Stats.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill takes a hit as he throws a 28-yard completion to leaping wide receiver Marquez Callaway.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway makes an impressive catch for 30 yards on a pass from quarterback Taysom Hill.

Watch the New Orleans Saints best plays from the month of December in the 2021 season.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway makes an impressive fingertip catch for a first down.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Ian Book takes a hit as he throws a 17-yard completion to wide receiver Marquez Callaway.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill dials up the launch codes to leaping wide receiver Marquez Callaway for 33 yards.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom hill drops a 40-yard dime to wide receiver Marquez Callaway.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway slips past multiple defenders for 26 yards.

Watch the New Orleans Saints best plays from November of the 2021 season.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Trevor Siemian hits wide receiver Marquez Callaway for a 26-yard touchdown amid a swarm of defenders.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Trevor Siemian.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway makes an impressive catch despite an unnecessary roughness penalty on a hit against him.

Watch the New Orleans Saints' best plays through the first 9 weeks of the 2021 season.

Next Gen Stats highlights some of the most impressive numbers and data from the top plays of the first half of the season

New Orleans Saints quarterback Trevor Siemian locates Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway in back of end zone for a touchdown