Mauldin worked out for the Saints on Wednesday, freelance NFL writer Howard Balzer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin had previously been dealing with a hamstring issue but has seemingly put any lingering affects in the rearview mirror. It's unclear whether the Saints are running their due diligence or have plans to sign Mauldin to the practice squad. Either way, Mauldin will likely have to wait until 2019 to make a name for himself again.

Mauldin has been ruled out for one week due to a hamstring injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is unfortunate news for Mauldin, who just recently returned to full health after undergoing season-ending back surgery last September. In being ruled out for another week, Mauldin will miss his second straight preseason game, which is something the linebacker can hardly afford given that he is currently sitting on the roster bubble.

Mauldin recently indicated he's back to normal after losing his 2017 campaign to season-ending back surgery, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports. "I'm out there running at the same speed that I was before. I'm definitely staying in the training room so that I can stay healthy this year," the linebacker said

EDGE Analysis

Before the 2017 season, Mauldin was showing some promise as a rotational linebacker, racking up 6.5 sacks in his first 26 games. The 2015 third-rounder has a chance to pick up where he left off in 2018 if he can show his back injury is behind him. However, Mauldin will first need to fend off Josh Martin -- the guy who replaced him last season -- for the starting role.

Mauldin (back) is expected to require season-ending surgery, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Jets had already placed Mauldin on injured reserve prior to the season, so he won't be eligible to return until after Week 8 regardless if surgery is necessary or not. Mauldin will receive a second opinion before reaching a determination on treatment for his back, but it doesn't appear promising that he'll suit up at any point in 2017.

Mauldin (back) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Connor Hughes of NJ.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin could return to the Jets' active roster later this season if his back injury subsides, but the earliest he could take the field for game-action would be Week 8. The linebacker missed virtually all of the preseason after injuring his back during the Jets' opening week scrimmage. Mauldin has been a key cog in the Jets defense for the past two seasons, recording 33 tackles and 6.5 sacks over a span of 26 games. To replace third-year pro, the Jets brought in veteran Bruce Carter, whom they originally waived Sunday.

Mauldin (back) is unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants on Saturday

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin has been dealing with a persistent back injury for a couple of weeks and doesn't appear to be near a full recovery. The 24-year-old has returned to practice multiple times since suffering the injury, but has apparently been unable to avoid re-aggravating it.

Mauldin didn't practice on Thursday due to a back injury, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin returned from a back injury Monday and it appears as though the issue has continued to linger. He's been on and off with the problem and missed the team's first preseason game. He'll be looking to get past the issue so that it doesn't creep up and limit him once the regular season rolls around.

Mauldin (back) returned to Jets' practice Monday, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin's participation during training camp has been limited due to a lingering back injury. He most recently missed the team's preseason opener against the Titans on Saturday. However, his return to practice Monday indicates he is moving a positive direction.

Mauldin (back) will not play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Titans.

EDGE Analysis

Though Mauldin returned to practice Thursday, it seems he's not quite back to full strength.

Mauldin (back) returned to practice Thursday, Connor Hughes of The Star-Ledger reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mauldin missed two straight practices this week with a back issue, but it appears as though it was nothing serious. Mauldin is expected to be slotted behind both Sheldon Richardson and Jordan Jenkins for snaps at outside linebacker this season.