Saints DE Cameron Jordan Seeks Return but Open to Other Teams

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan, a fixture in the franchise for 15 seasons, expressed a strong desire to return for his 16th NFL year but indicated he is open to signing elsewhere if contract negotiations fail to align with his expectations. The 36-year-old unrestricted free agent, who became available at the start of the league's new year in March 2026, shared his thoughts during an appearance on former teammate Terron Armstead's podcast, "The Set with T.Stead."

Jordan, selected by the Saints in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft out of California, has spent his entire career in New Orleans, amassing franchise records including 132 sacks and 243 games played. He has missed just two games over that span, the most recent due to a fractured orbital bone in 2022. Last season, Jordan enjoyed a resurgence, leading the team with 10.5 sacks, 47 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles, and two passes defended across all 17 games. His performance earned him inclusion among the top available free agents, though teams often prioritize younger talent at his position.

In the podcast, Jordan revealed that he and his wife recently discussed three potential paths...