Getting to know new Saints CB Martin Emerson Jr.

TL;DR

The New Orleans Saints signed cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. on April 28, 2026. Emerson, a former Cleveland Browns player, is set to join the Saints after recovering from an Achilles injury.

Key points

Martin Emerson Jr. signed with the New Orleans Saints on April 28, 2026
He previously played for the Cleveland Browns
Emerson recorded significant stats in college and the NFL
He missed the 2025 season due to an Achilles injury
Emerson is cleared to participate in Saints training camp

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 03: Martin Emerson Jr. #23 of the Cleveland Browns yells while running onto the field prior to a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Huntington Bank Field on November 03, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images On April 28, 2026, the New Orleans Saints added another piece to their secondary by signing former Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. Here’s a few facts to help you get to know the newest member of the Saints: The Pensacola native attended Pine Forest High School. In his senior year, he recorded 91 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 4 pass breakups, 1 interception, 1 forced fumble and 2 fumble recoveries which earned him All-Area honors from the Pensacola News Journal. Emerson attended Mississippi State University, playing 3 seasons for Bulldogs. He recorded 153 tackles (93 solo), 6 stops for a loss, one interception, 16 pass breakups and one forced fumble through 36 games played. He was a 3rd Team All-SEC selection in 2021. Drafted in the 3rd round (68th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, Emerson recorded 202 tackles (158 solo), 1 sack, 5 stops for a loss, 4 interceptions, 34 pass breakups, 1 forced fumble and 1 fumble recovery in 33 starts. Last year, Emerson suffered an Achilles injury during training camp which caused him to miss 2025 season, but the 25-year-old said he’s been cleared physically and will be ready to go for the start of Saints training camp.

Q&A

What were Martin Emerson Jr.'s stats during his college career?

During his college career at Mississippi State, Martin Emerson Jr. recorded 153 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 1 interception, and 16 pass breakups over 36 games.

Why did Martin Emerson Jr. miss the 2025 NFL season?

Martin Emerson Jr. missed the 2025 NFL season due to an Achilles injury he suffered during training camp.

What is Martin Emerson Jr.'s background before joining the Saints?

Before joining the Saints, Martin Emerson Jr. attended Pine Forest High School in Pensacola and played three seasons at Mississippi State University.