According to FOX Sports reporter Jennifer Hale, New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Nick Fairley has been absent from OTAs because of medical issues. Hale further reports that it’s specifically heart trouble, and that it could jeopardize the future of his career.
Saints DT Nick Fairley has been absent from OTA's bc of medical issues. Tests show heart trouble that could jeopardize future of his career.
— Jennifer Hale (@JenHale504) June 3, 2017
Unfortunately, this isn’t good news, and Hale isn’t the only one to hear about this. The Advocate’s Nick Underhill has also heard similar reports on Fairley, and NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo has stated that teammates have not been able to get in touch with the veteran.