Often Injured Saints Defender has Part of Finger Amputated

Now that’s what you call an offseason.

New Orleans Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport told reporters on Wednesday that he had part of his left pinky amputated due to a recurring infection from a broken plate installed after an injury in college, according to The Athletic’s Katherine Terrell. He also reportedly underwent shoulder surgery this spring, in addition to all  the multiple surgeries he needed to correct his finger.

Marcus Davenport has dealt with some crazy stuff this off-season. Had to amputate part of his left pinky due to a recurring infection from a broken plate that dates back to a football injury in college. This required multiple surgeries this spring in addition to shoulder surgery

— Katherine Terrell (@Kat_Terrell) June 15, 2022

Per ESPN, the original finger injury came during UTSA’s appearance in the 2016 New Mexico Bowl. Davenport reportedly tore ligaments in the finger, leading it to bend significantly over time and requiring surgery in 2021. The plate reportedly broke this offseason, requiring three more surgeries before the digit was amputated.

.@saints #saints @MarcusJD84 #marcusdavenport #whodat. Look Out @NFL. The prospect is getting good FAST. Could he be the missing component to a SUPER BOWL RUN? #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/C3PerYEv27

— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) October 9, 2018

Davenport said he expects the amputation to have no impact on his ability to play football going forward.

Best of luck.

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