Thomas, Lattimore among Saints' key starters sidelined in Week 4

The New Orleans Saints have ruled out six key players for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions, including wide receiver Michael Thomas, cornerback Marshon Lattimore, and guard Andrus Peat.

The Saints' inactives also include corner Janoris Jenkins, tight end Jared Cook, and defensive end Marcus Davenport. New Orleans will now be without four of its 11 Pro Bowlers from last season, including Thomas, Lattimore, Peat, and Cook.

Michael Thomas OUT Sunday for Saints. New Orleans will also be without a number of other starters. pic.twitter.com/W6jC72g3Bz

- Tim Twentyman (@ttwentyman) October 2, 2020

Thomas, 27, has been sidelined for the last two games due to an ankle injury and was reportedly hopeful he could make his return in Week 4.

The reigning Offensive Player of the Year suffered the ailment during New Orleans' season-opening victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was held to three receptions for 17 yards in that contest.

The Saints are 0-2 without the All-Pro wideout in the lineup this season.

Additionally, Lattimore and Jenkins have played more than 90% of New Orleans' defensive snaps this season.

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