Last week Saints free safety Kenny Vaccaro was placed on injured reserve - the result of a nagging groin injury suffered during the November 5th Saints 30-10 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers - causing him to leave the game in the first half.
Vaccaro didn't play in week 10 against Buffalo nor in week 11 against the Redskins. After resting for two weeks, Vaccaro tried to return for the December 7th game against the Falcons. However, the groin had other plans.
Yet, he did play in the December 17th Saints 31-17 win over the Jets. It was thought, after seeking third party medical help and the extended bye-week rest, after the Saints road loss in Atlanta, that the groin might favorable respond.