The Facts: Meachem needs to have his right knee examined for a potential medial meniscus problem after he missed practices Sunday and Monday. "After his exam I'll know a little bit more, but it started to get to the point where it was hampering him [Sunday afternoon] running," Saints HC Sean Payton said. "We backed him off yesterday and the same way this morning."

Diehards Line:Payton said after Monday's practice that the Saints knew about a possible minor meniscus problem before they drafted the former standout receiver at Tennessee 27th overall. ... Meachem also missed portions of rookie camp the weekend after the draft when he sprained his left ankle. ... Stay tuned.