Desmond Trufant was able to practice on a limited basis all week, but his status was questionable for Sunday’s game. He’s officially been ruled out against the Saints.
Trufant has been battling a toe injury that’s kept him sidelined for several games, but there was some optimism when he returned to practice on Wednesday. He remained limited — as did quarterback Matt Ryan, fresh off of a high ankle sprain — but while Ryan is active against New Orleans, Trufant will be out.
Kendall Sheffield will get another start in Trufant’s stead.