<p>Chase Young is listed as a Saints defender, adding edge presence that SF must navigate. His absence would intuitively loosen pressure; if active, he presents a challenge for Jones and the SF protection plan.</p><p>SF must account for the Saints' front, especially on early downs, to keep Jones from facing heavy pressure and disrupt the Saints' own pass rush rhythm.</p>

Chase Young’s availability creates a nuanced edge-rush storyline for the Saints. If Young suits up, NO must contend with a higher-pressure front, impacting Carr’s decision windows, and potentially boosting Saints' blockers' efficiency when Young is neutralized by double teams.

Young’s Week 1 absence didn’t derail the Saints’ edge pressure, but his return could amplify NO’s sack and pressure production. If healthy, Young could anchor a ferocious front, boosting fantasy DST value and making NO an appealing streaming option.

Chase Young is ruled out with a calf injury for Week 1. His absence elevates the Saints’ pass-rush uncertainty while potentially amplifying Cardinals’ quick-pass options. Fantasy owners should reassess Saints-heavy lineups and consider Cardinals’ pass-game targets that could benefit from reduced edge pressure.

Chase Young could be a pivotal Saints edge presence; his status affects New Orleans' pressure on Murray. If Young suits up, the Saints’ rush could be more disruptive; if not, the edge pressure may rely more on scheme and secondary pressures.