Saints RB Chris Ivory (sprained MCL) is expected to resume practicing "soon," according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune.

It's not expected to be this week, but Ivory could at least get in some practice time in preparation for a Week 4 return. Impressive with his quick pickup of the offense and big-play ability in the preseason, Ivory is a better stash for Pierre Thomas owners than Ladell Betts with Reggie Bush out 4-6 weeks.

- Times-Pic 1:22PM

Saints RB Chris Ivory (knee) returned to practice Wednesday on a limited basis.

He's not expected to play in Week 3, but Ivory certainly appears to be getting closer. It's the first work he's done since spraining his MCL in the last game of the preseason. Look for the rookie to return in Week 4.

- Jeff Duncan 6:59PM