Saints’ Bush to Have Knee Surgery and Miss 3-4 Weeks

Saints running back Reggie Bush is reportedly set to have knee surgery on his left knee after injuring his meniscus in Sunday’s blowout defeat at Carolina, 30-7. Bush, who has scored 6 touchdowns from scrimmage this season, is expected to miss 3-4 weeks.

Bush apparently injured his knee on a punt return late in the first half. He had been noticably affected with an injury earlier this week, but the Saints reported that it was not serious.

Bush has rushed for 294 yards this season, again struggling to run between the tackles, averaging just 3.4 yards per carry. But he has been a very effective receiving target for the Saints and has contributed with 42 receptions for 366 yards and four touchdowns. He’s also been a game-changer as a punt returner, taking back three returns for scores.

The Saints have thus far been effective in minimizing the effects of injuries to other key players, such as wide receiver Marques Colston and tight end Jeremy Shockey. Bush has been an integral part of the offense, but the Saints as whole should be okay.