Saints' McCoy Out 6-8 Weeks After Surgery

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy is expected to undergo surgery for a groin injury sustained early in Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, sidelining him for 6-8 weeks. This is a significant loss for the Saints, who have already been dealing with the absence of All-Pro right tackle Ryan Ramczyk. The injury led to a poor offensive performance, with the team struggling both in the run game and in protecting quarterback Derek Carr. Lucas Patrick, who moved from left guard to center, and Olisaemeka Udoh, who filled in at left guard, are likely to continue in these roles. The Saints may also consider elevating Shane Lemieux from the practice squad. Despite the setback, head coach Dennis Allen and quarterback Derek Carr emphasized the 'next man up' mentality.