Roach (knee) was designated to return from injured reserve Monday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the minimum of three games while on IR, Roach now has a 21-day window to practice and put himself on track to return to the active roster, which can happen as early as the Saints' Week 14 matchup against the Jets. The second-year defensive tackle has seven tackles and one pass defended over six games played this season.