Saints Leaving Door Open for Cam Jordan Return

Veteran defensive end remains unsigned as free agency continues.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:48am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a football player in action, with sharp, overlapping planes of navy blue, gold, and white representing the New Orleans Saints' colors.The Saints' defense could look very different without veteran lineman Cam Jordan, whose future with the team remains uncertain.New Orleans Today

The New Orleans Saints are not ruling out the possibility of bringing back veteran defensive end Cam Jordan, who remains unsigned as free agency continues. Jordan has been a key part of the Saints' defense for over a decade, making multiple Pro Bowl teams, but his future with the team remains uncertain as he remains a free agent.

Why it matters

Cam Jordan is one of the most impactful defensive players in Saints history, so his potential departure would be a significant loss for the team. The Saints are hoping to keep their core defensive unit together as they look to make another playoff push, and retaining Jordan would be a major boost.

The details

Jordan, 34, has spent his entire 12-year NFL career with the Saints after being drafted in the first round in 2011. He is a seven-time Pro Bowler and was a key part of the Saints' Super Bowl-winning team in 2009. However, with Jordan still unsigned, the Saints are leaving the door open for a potential reunion, though no firm decision has been made.

  • Cam Jordan has been a free agent since the start of the 2026 NFL league year on March 15.

The players

Cam Jordan

A 34-year-old defensive end who has spent his entire 12-year NFL career with the New Orleans Saints, making seven Pro Bowl teams and winning a Super Bowl.

New Orleans Saints

The NFL team based in New Orleans, Louisiana that Cam Jordan has played for since being drafted in 2011.

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What they’re saying

“We've had good conversations with Cam and his representatives. The door is still open for a potential return, but we'll have to see how things play out.”

— Mickey Loomis, Saints General Manager

What’s next

The Saints will continue discussions with Cam Jordan and his representatives as free agency progresses, with the hope of potentially reaching a new contract agreement to bring the veteran defensive end back to New Orleans.

The takeaway

Cam Jordan has been a cornerstone of the Saints' defense for over a decade, and the team is making an effort to keep him in the fold despite his current free agent status. His potential return would be a major boost for New Orleans as they look to build on their recent success and make another playoff push.