New Orleans running back Reggie Bush has been knocked out of their game against Carolina. Deuce McAllister has taken over the role of featured back.Bush, who is one of the best punt returners in the league, injured his knee in the first half, probably on a punt return that ran out the clock on the half. He hobbled into the locker room at the break and has not resurfaced. The Fox broadcast reported that Bush will not return.
This is big for the Saints, who are already a bit shorthanded. Yes, Jeremy Shockey and Marques Colston are playing, but they're far from 100%. It's obvious that Colston still doesn't feel comfortable out there with a splint on his hand. McAllister is recovering from knee surgery last year and head coach Sean Payton hasn't wanted to overwork him, but he's got no choice.
Bush ran nine times for 55 yards and caught one pass for five yards.
