The New Orleans Saints listed twice as many players as the Carolina Panthers on their first injury report of the 2024 season, but things are trending up for Week 1. For one thing, all 22 of their projected starters on offense and defense practiced on Wednesday.

But four players were sidelined for the black and gold. Rookie linebacker Jaylan Ford (hamstring) and first-year tight end Dallin Holker (ankle) were each inactive, as were backup linebacker D'Marco Jackson and defensive tackle Khalen Saunders (both calf injuries). Saunders isn't expected to play this week after getting nicked up late in the preseason.

And the good news is that several key players practiced at least on a limited basis, including cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hip) and guard Nick Saldiveri (calf), who each missed most of training camp. Linebacker Willie Gay Jr. (back) was also limited in his return to practice. Starting linebacker Pete Werner (shoulder) practiced fully while continuing to receive treatment.

Here's the initial injury report from both teams for Wednesday, Sept. 4:

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This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: Four DNP's listed on first New Orleans Saints injury report of 2024