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Mark Ingram | Running Back

Team: New Orleans Saints
Ht / Wt:  5'9' / 215
Age / DOB:  (22) / 12/21/1989
College: Alabama
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Saints interim coach Joe Vitt conceded that Mark Ingram (toe, knee surgeries) is unlikely to be a full-go for the start of training camp.
Ingram has undergone three surgeries over the past three offseasons, two on his left knee. While Vitt is confident Ingram will be ready by Week 1, the durability concerns won't help Ingram's chances of experiencing a bigger workload. The 2011 first-round pick should be red-flagged in 2012 fantasy drafts. May 14 - 4:58 PM
Source: Mike Triplett on Twitter

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Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

A league source tells CBS' Larry Holder that Mark Ingram (knee surgery) could be "fully healed" in four weeks.

Another source believes Ingram will need closer to the originally reported six weeks, but both agree Ingram's procedure was "minor," and that he should be ready for training camp. Knee surgeries are always a concern — particularly when they are a player's second — but there's currently no reason to believe Ingram won't be ready for camp.
Source: Larry Holder on Twitter
May 5 - 12:12 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Thursday and will be sidelined for the next six weeks.

It's Ingram's third known surgery since August of 2010 and second on the knee, which was also "scoped" just prior to his final college season. The recovery timeline given suggests this is another routine scope, although it's a growing concern for a player multiple teams reportedly removed from their boards leading up to the 2011 draft due to knee worries. Ingram's other surgery was an operation to repair a turf-toe injury in January. Ingram will enter the 2012 season with medical red flags in addition to preexisting workload concerns.
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
May 4 - 7:00 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Interim coach Joe Vitt expects Mark Ingram (turf toe surgery) to be 100 percent for OTAs next month.

Even though Ingram didn't begin running in a pool until earlier this month, Vitt described the back's health as "excellent." He shouldn't be limited in the least by training camp.
Source: Larry Holder on Twitter
Apr 24 - 6:15 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe surgery) began running in the pool on Tuesday.

Ingram is three months removed from surgery. He had been hoping to begin cutting by late March before participating in at least some portion of OTAs. That now seems overly optimistic. Ingram should be healthy by training camp, however.
Source: Mark Ingram on Twitter
Apr 5 - 1:54 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe surgery) has shed his walking boot and anticipates taking part in at least some portion of Saints OTAs.

Ingram had the tendon repaired in his big toe on January 4. "I should be running and doing more vigorous training, cutting and things like that in about three more weeks," said the 2011 first-round pick. "I'll definitely be cautious and not rush it. Make sure it's 100 percent before I'm doing anything full speed crazy." Ingram should expect 12-16 carries per game in 2012.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Mar 9 - 6:19 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe surgery) has shed his crutches.

The Saints expect Ingram to participate fully in their offseason program after his early-January surgery. In terms of on-field risk of aggravation, the only concern would be if the Saints were playing football or running and cutting anytime soon. They obviously aren't. Ingram will be 100 percent for 2012.
Source: Mark Ingram on Twitter
Feb 3 - 2:58 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Coach Sean Payton expects Mark Ingram (toe surgery) to participate in the Saints' offseason program.

Ingram underwent successful surgery this week, and it sounds like he'll be fine for OTAs this spring. The 2011 first-rounder should be 100 percent healthy by the time training camp rolls around.
Source: Jeff Duncan on Twitter
Jan 12 - 3:56 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Coach Sean Payton confirmed that Mark Ingram will undergo season-ending surgery to repair his turf toe injury.

Ingram was officially placed on injured reserve Tuesday. The No. 28 pick in the 2011 draft showed foundation-back potential as a rookie, but his fantasy upside is capped by the presence of Darren Sproles and Pierre Thomas over the next couple of seasons. While Chris Ivory will take over Ingram's role in the playoffs, Sproles and Thomas are better fantasy bets due to their presence in the passing game and the red zone.
Source: Mike Triplett on Twitter
Jan 3 - 7:09 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram will undergo season-ending toe surgery on Wednesday, according to FOX's Jay Glazer.

Ingram will go injured reserve after sustaining a setback last week. His rookie season ends with 474 yards and five touchdowns in 10 games, playing the role of power option in the Saints' three-headed running back monster. While turf toe injuries tend to linger, the surgery should help Ingram get back to 100 percent well before training camp. The Saints will ride Chris Ivory as their early-down pounder in the playoffs.
Jan 1 - 12:59 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe) has been ruled out for Week 17.

After Wednesday's setback, Ingram is without a timetable to return.
Fri, Dec 30, 2011 03:15:00 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram was held out of practice Thursday after suffering a setback with his lingering turf toe injury.

Ingram's toe did not respond well to Wednesday's practice work. The New Orleans Times-Picayune believes Ingram could miss the remainder of the season, including the playoffs. "We just gotta wait 'til it's healthy," said coach Sean Payton. It's real simple." Ingram's replacement, Chris Ivory, has averaged 4.1 yards per on 60 carries over five games this season.
Related: Chris Ivory
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Thu, Dec 29, 2011 04:14:00 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (toe) returned to Saints practice on a limited basis Wednesday.

It was his first practice in several weeks. Ingram's status for Week 17 is uncertain, but it sounds like he'll be back for the NFL playoffs at the latest.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Wed, Dec 28, 2011 09:31:00 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe) missed Saints practice again Saturday and is listed as doubtful for Monday Night Football against the Falcons.

He won't be active. At least based on precedent, Darren Sproles will be the favorite for total yards against Atlanta, Pierre Thomas the favorite for goal-line scores, and Chris Ivory perhaps the favorite for rushing attempts, particularly if New Orleans grabs a sizable lead by the second half. Sproles is a nice PPR flex option, and the same can be said for Thomas in standard leagues. Ivory will be a low-end flex against the Falcons.
Sat, Dec 24, 2011 02:05:00 PM
Mark Ingram - RB - Saints

Mark Ingram (turf toe) did not participate in Friday's practice and is not expected to play in Week 16.

Coach Sean Payton revealed that Ingram picked up his workout regimen, but he was not available for team drills and probably won't be active Monday night barring a dramatic change over the weekend. Look for Pierre Thomas and Chris Ivory to share the workload Ingram would normally receive against Atlanta.
Source: James Varney on Twitter
Fri, Dec 23, 2011 02:51:00 PM

Depth Charts

Skill Players
PosRoleName
QB1Drew Brees
2Chase Daniel
3Sean Canfield
RB1Mark Ingram
2Darren Sproles
3Pierre Thomas
4Chris Ivory
5Chris Taylor
GLB1Mark Ingram
2Pierre Thomas
3RB1Darren Sproles
2Pierre Thomas
FB1Jed Collins
2Korey Hall
WR11Marques Colston
2Lance Moore
3Joseph Morgan
4Travaris Cadet
5Chris Givens
WR21Devery Henderson
2Adrian Arrington
3Nick Toon
4Courtney Roby
5Andy Tanner
WR31Lance Moore
TE1Jimmy Graham
2David Thomas
3Michael Higgins
4Jake Byrne
K1Garrett Hartley
2John Kasay