New Orleans Saints legend Cam Jordan hit free agency last week with leaving New Orleans considered a real possibility
Jordan, selected 24th overall by the New Orleans Saints in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, has spent 15 seasons with the team. In 2025, he experienced a career resurgence, recording over ten sacks for the first time since 2021.
Now a free agent, the Saints’ franchise legend is reportedly open to a move outside of New Orleans. Jordan's recent on the podcast of longtime Saints offensive tackle Terron Armstead has made it seem more likely than ever that he may leave the Saints.Feb 21, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan looks against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images "As much as I love the city of New Orleans and want to be in the city of New Orleans — if things that don't add up to what I consider value happen, then I understand the business nature of it all," Jordan said. Jordan also mentioned that he recently took a trip back to the Saints' facility to clean out his locker "in the off-chance" that he doesn't end up back in New Orleans. He seems to have done at least a little bit of planning in case he signs with a different organization. “Even if I’m in a different jersey, I’m still going to make it back to New Orleans 5 or 6 times a year," Jordan said when asked about his free agency., is currently $6.8 million for a one-year deal. He didn't appear concerned about the financial aspect of his upcoming decision, but was more interested in a place where he could contribute and compete. If New Orleans were to lose Jordan to another franchise, the Saints would be missing more than just a high-level contributor. Jordan has served as the voice of the defense and the entire team for most of the past decade, something New Orleans would need to replace. If he does ultimately walk, it marks the end of an era that spanned nearly two decades of Saints football. He currently sits at 243 games played, the most in franchise history, having surpassed even Hall of Famer Drew Brees.ARYE PULLI Arye Pulli is an NFL-credentialed journalist who has covered the league since 2020, reporting yearly from Super Bowl Media Week, the NFL Combine, and the Senior Bowl while providing news and player interviews. He has served as the Philadelphia Eagles Content Curator for Sleeper since 2025. He also co-founded The Sports Place on Instagram, which has grown to nearly 200,000 followers in just a few years. For all business/marketing inquiries regarding New Orleans Saints On SI, please reach out to Scott Neville: scott@moreviewsmedia.com
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