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Saints linebackers come together in 2017 to overcome numerous injuries

The New Orleans Saints' linebacker corps overcame numerous injuries in 2017 and provided a steadying force on an improved defense.

2017 FINAL ROSTER: Manti Te'o, Craig Robertson, Gerald Hodges, Jonathan Freeny, Michael Mauti
INJURED RESERVE: A.J. Klein (groin), Nate Stupar (knee), Alex Anzalone (shoulder), Hau'oli Kikaha (ankle)
2018 FREE AGENTS: Gerald Hodges, Jonathan Freeny, Michael Mauti

POSITION REVIEW

While the Saints experienced numerous injuries to the linebacker corps the past regular season, the position group was equipped with quality depth.

The Saints began the 2017 offseason with Craig Robertson, Stephone Anthony, Dannell Ellerbe, Nate Stupar, Travis Feeney, Adam Bighill and Royce LaFrance on the roster, but the early part of January produced significant change in leadership.