Saints’ defensive tackle Nick Fairley is coming off arguably the best season of his career last year, and was rewarded with a four-year, $28 million contract. According to several reports, his playing future is now in jeopardy due to heart trouble.
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.
First and foremost, well wishes are sent to Fairley.
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported that this is the same heart condition Fairley was checked out for in his pre-draft evaluations.