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Post by The Razor Roman Empire on Oct 3, 2014 18:48:40 GMT
Jairus Byrd will go on season-ending injured reserve after tearing his lateral meniscus during Thursday's practice, New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton announced.
Dr. James Andrews performed surgery on the 27-year-old safety Friday.
Byrd had 22 tackles this season.
Payton said Byrd was injured on a non-contact play in practice when he "turned to catch a ball down the field."
He said the surgery will require extra rehab because it's a "bucket-handle tear." But Payton added that the repair went well and a full recovery is expected. There should be no carry-over effect.
Veteran Rafael Bush will replace Byrd in the starting lineup.
ESPN.com
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