Fantasy Player Profile Nathan Shepherd
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Out for Sunday
Shepherd (ankle/knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: The Fort Hays State product didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday and is now in line to miss the Saints' season finale due to ankle and knee injuries. Shepherd had one of the best years of his career in 2025, tallying 47 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and one forced fumble across 16 contests. While he's sidelined Sunday, expect John Ridgeway to operate as one of the Saints' top defensive ends.
Published: Fri, Jan 2 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives extension from Saints
The Saints signed Shepherd to a one-year extension Monday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Shepherd has been an integral part of New Orleans' defensive line over his first two seasons with the team, recording 87 total tackles, including 4.5 sacks, across 33 regular-season games (30 starts). The Fort Hays State product was previously under contract through the 2025 season, so this extensions will keep him in New Orleans for the next two years. Expect Shepherd to serve as one of the Saint's top interior defensive linemen again in 2025.
Published: Mon, Mar 10 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays 16 games in 2024
Shepherd made one solo tackle during Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Shepherd appeared in 16 regular-season games for New Orleans in 2024, in which span he made 37 tackles (16 solo), including 1.5 sacks. The starting defensive tackle is entering the final year of his deal with the Saints, though New Orleans has a potential 'out' from his contract this offseason.
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Able to suit up Sunday
Shepherd (eye) is active for Sunday's Week 17 tilt against Las Vegas.
Analysis: Shepherd was a last-minute inactive last Monday against Green Bay after suffering an eye injury. However, he logged an LP/LP/FP practice progression this week and will be able to take the field Sunday. Shepherd's return has resulted in John Ridgeway (coach's decision) being a healthy scratch for Week 17.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to play vs. Raiders
Shepherd (eye) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders after logging a full practice Friday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Shepherd suffered an eye injury during the Raiders' Week 16 loss to the Packers. He was listed as a limited practice participant on the Saints' first two injury reports of the week, but he finished strong Friday with a full session and appears to be on track to play Sunday even with the questionable tag. Shepherd has registered 32 tackles (13 solo), including 1.5 sacks, across 14 regular-season games.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as full participant
Shepherd (eye) was listed as a full participant in New Orleans' practice estimate Wednesday.
Analysis: Shepherd is seemingly healthy after having suffered an eye injury during the team's Week 16 shutout loss to the Packers. He should return to his role as one of the team's starting defensive tackles for Sunday's matchup versus the Raiders.
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers eye injury, out Monday
Shepherd (eye) is inactive for Monday's Week 16 game against Green Bay.
Analysis: It's not clear when or how Shepherd's eye injury occurred, but he was deemed questionable to play less than three hours before Monday's 8:15 PM ET kickoff and has subsequently been deemed inactive. The veteran defensive tackle had logged between 40 and 52 percent of New Orleans' defensive snaps over the past five weeks. Bryan Bresee could see an increase of work on defense with Shepherd out Monday.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go for Week 7
Shepherd (groin) was limited during Wednesday's walkthrough but does not carry an injury designation into Thursday's game against Denver.
Analysis: Shepherd has been listed as a limited participant all week after picking up a groin injury during Sunday's loss to the Bucs, but the 2018 third-round pick will suit up Thursday. Shepherd has logged 17 tackles (nine solo) through the first six games of the regular season.
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with groin issue
Shepherd (groin) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation.
Analysis: The Fort Hays State product played 46 total snaps (39 defensive and seven on special teams) and recorded three total tackles in the Saints' Week 6 loss to the Buccaneers, but it appears he sustained a groin injury in the process. Shepherd's participation Tuesday and Wednesday will provide a better indication of whether he can play through injury in Thursday night's matchup against the Broncos.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in action
Shepherd (toe) is healthy once again, Bob Rose of Sports Illustrated reports.
Analysis: Shepherd was dealing with a toe injury but returned to action during the Saints' preseason matchup versus the Cardinals last week and recorded two tackles, including 0.5 sacks. The 30-year-old will now look to continue producing after the regular season starts.
Published: Wed, Aug 14 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice due to toe injury
Shepherd didn't participate in practice Sunday due to a toe issue, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: The exact nature and severity of Shepherd's injury are unclear, and it remains to be seen how long he'll be sidelined. The defensive tackle has been a very reliable presence in recent campaigns, playing in all 17 contests each of the past three regular seasons. Shepherd is slated to again be a prominent part of the Saints' defensive interior in the second year of a three-year contract he signed in March 2023.
Published: Sun, Aug 4 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Improves production again in 2023
Shepherd appeared in all 17 games during the 2023 regular season, logging 50 tackles, including 3.0 sacks.
Analysis: Shepherd set a new career high in tackles for the fourth season in a row while also accumulating at least 3.0 sacks for the first time in his career. The 30-year-old played in more of a rotational role over his first five seasons with the Jets, but he led the Saints' defensive tackles with 562 defensive snaps played this season. Shepherd signed a three-year, $15 million contract with New Orleans in March, and he should retain a prominent role alongside fellow interior defensive linemen Khalen…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 18 at 7:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands in Big Easy
Shepherd agreed Wednesday with the Saints on a three-year, $15 million contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Shepherd's deal reportedly includes $10.2 million guaranteed. The veteran defensive tackle is coming off consecutive seasons without missing a single game, while operating as a key depth option along the Jets' defensive line. He stands to handle a similarly significant role in New Orleans going forward.
Published: Wed, Mar 15 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Re-signs with Jets
Shepherd agreed Tuesday to re-sign with the Jets, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Shepherd appeared in all 17 games for New York in 2021 and registered 28 tackles (17 solo). He was a key depth piece along the Jets' defensive line, playing over 25 percent of the team's defensive snaps in every game. The 2018 third-round pick is once again expected to fill a rotational role in 2022.
Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Set to face Dolphins
Shepherd (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Shepherd entered Sunday with a questionable tag, though he will be able to suit up after logging three limited practices during the week. He's served a rotational role along the Jets' defensive line and a key role on the special teams unit throughout the season. Shepherd has 11 total tackles on the campaign.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Shepherd (knee) is questionable to play Sunday against the Dolphins, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com.
Analysis: Shepherd logged three straight limited practices this week, and it remains to be seen if he'll end up playing. For what is worth, he's yet to miss a game this season, though he hasn't played more than 45 percent of the defensive snaps in a single contest.
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Shepherd (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.
Analysis: With three tackles in four games to date, Shepard is off the fantasy radar, but the availability of the 2018 third-rounder for Sunday's contest bolsters the depth of the Jets' defensive line in Week 5 versus the Falcons.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 5
Shepherd (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Shepherd was forced to miss practice Wednesday and was a limited participant in practice Thursday with a knee injury. There's optimism the defensive lineman will be able to play Sunday as he was upgraded to a full participant in Friday's practice. Expect Folorunso Fatukasi to serve as the Jets' main defensive lineman off the bench if Shepherd is ruled out.
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Week 9
Shepherd (back) is active for Monday night's matchup against the Patriots.
Analysis: Shepherd was completely held out of practice Thursday while dealing with a back issue, though in retrospect, that may have been a precautionary measure given that the 27-year-old is ready for action on Monday night. With Quinnen Williams (hamstring) ruled out ahead of the Week 9 AFC East clash, Shepherd may register his first start at defensive end since 2018.
Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with injury
Shepherd (back) didn't suit up in Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but it's not a good sign for Shepherd's chances for Monday's game against the Patriots. If Shepherd was forced to miss game action, Bryce Huff would be in line to see in uptick in snaps for Week 9.
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Thursday's contest
Shepherd (ankle) is active for Thursday's contest against the Ravens.
Analysis: Shepherd has been limited in practice all week, but he will suit up for Thursday's primetime matchup. He will likely be used as a depth option along the defensive line.
Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Status uncertain for TNF
Shepherd (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Ravens, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Shepherd popped up on the injury report as a limited participant all week, and he's one of four defensive linemen listed with injuries. If he's able to play, and either Henry Anderson (shoulder) or Quinnen Williams (neck) can't go, Shepherd likely will start at defensive end. The final verdict on their statuses will be revealed 90 minutes before the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially reinstated
The Jets activated Shepherd on Friday after the conclusion of his six-game suspension, Ethan Greenberg of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Shepherd is eligible to retake the field as early as Sunday's divisional tilt against the Dolphins. With Leonard Williams having been dealt to the Giants on Monday, Shepherd could conceivably play an immediate role along the Jets' defensive line.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | ARI, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 2 | SF, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 3 | @SEA, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 4 | @BUF, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 5 | NYG, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 6 | NE, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 7 | @CHI, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 8 | TB, | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 9 | @LAR, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 10 | @CAR, | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 6.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 13 | @MIA, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 14 | @TB, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 15 | CAR, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 16 | NYJ, | 2 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 6.50 |
| 17 | @TEN, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 18 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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