Cameron Jordan reacts to Saints' pickups during, after NFL draft

TL;DR

Cameron Jordan commented on the New Orleans Saints' recent acquisitions of edge rushers Tyree Wilson and Anfernee Jennings, noting his own production last season. He expressed uncertainty about his future with the team, emphasizing his desire for recognition and opportunities to excel.

Key points

Cameron Jordan commented on the Saints' edge rusher acquisitions.
The Saints traded for Tyree Wilson and signed Anfernee Jennings.
Jordan produced 10.5 sacks last season, more than Wilson and Jennings combined.
He expressed uncertainty about his future with the Saints.
Jordan aims for recognition and more sacks to support his Hall of Fame candidacy.

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A couple of moves in the New Orleans Saints' edge rusher rotation didn't go unnoticed. While the Saints didn't draft any new rookies at Cameron Jordan's position, they did acquire a couple of veterans -- trading for Las Vegas Raiders former first-round pick Tyree Wilson and signing Anfernee Jennings from the New England Patriots. And while he doesn't necessarily view those guys as obstacles to overcome, Jordan did acknowledge that "the landscape is clearing up."

The Times-Picayune's Matthew Paras caught up with Jordan at his charitable foundation's pickleball tournament in New Orleans on Sunday. With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books and these new additions joining the Saints, it's worth asking if Jordan's time with the black and gold has run its course.

“I don’t know,” Jordan told Paras, pointing to his 10.5 sacks last season compared to the six Wilson and Jennings combined for. “There’s nobody (the Saints acquired) who produced the way I did last year, so. My talent speaks for itself. And if things work out, phenomenal. I’ve always said I understand the business side to it, so I’ve never worried about it.”

Jordan has made his goal clear -- he wants to feel both valued in his contract and to have an opportunity to rush the quarterback, get 10 or 12 more sacks, and help his case for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Ideally that would come in New Orleans. But if other teams are offering more money and there are more and more players to compete with for snaps, the Saints may not look like the ideal destination. Jordan was already playing behind and . Wilson, Jennings, and his backup make for a crowded room.

Q&A

What did Cameron Jordan say about the Saints' new edge rushers?

Cameron Jordan acknowledged the Saints' acquisitions of Tyree Wilson and Anfernee Jennings but emphasized his own production last season, stating that no one they acquired matched his performance.

How might the Saints' roster changes affect Cameron Jordan's future?

The addition of Wilson and Jennings could create competition for Jordan, leading him to question whether his time with the Saints is coming to an end, especially if other teams offer better opportunities.

What are Cameron Jordan's goals for the upcoming NFL season?

Jordan aims to feel valued in his contract and to achieve 10 to 12 sacks to bolster his case for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, ideally while playing for the Saints.