Saints RB Devin Neal Placed on IR, Rookie Season Ends Due to Hamstring

Saints RB Devin Neal has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 15 against the Panthers, effectively ending his rookie season. In 10 appearances (3 starts), Neal recorded 57 carries for 206 yards and two touchdowns, along with 17 receptions for 104 yards. He averaged 3.6 YPC and ranked low in Pro Football Focus' rushing grades. With Alvin Kamara's status uncertain, Audric Estime and Evan Hull are expected to handle the Saints' backfield duties, and Nyheim Hines was signed to the practice squad.