will be without a key contributor on special teams the rest of the season.
Linebacker Nate Stupar suffered a season-ending torn ACL in his knee during Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation.
Stupar went down late in the fourth quarter while covering a punt, and received attention from team trainers on the field. He was able to limp to the sidelines before making his way to the medical tent.
After being evaluated in the tent, Stupar followed two Saints personnel to the locker room and did not return to the game.