The New Orleans Saints and edge rusher Cameron Jordan could be heading towards a breakup after 15 seasons.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Thursday that Jordan will hit the free agency market for the first time in his career next week, and he's willing to depart New Orleans for a new opportunity elsewhere.
"Cameron Jordan will not have a new deal in place with New Orleans by next week and now will hit free agency for the first time in his NFL career, per sources. Jordan will play a 16th NFL season and is said to be open to leaving New Orleans," Schefter said.
Jordan will be 37 by the time the 2026 campaign kicks off, but the veteran is still an impactful player who had 10.5 sacks in 2025 and started all 17 games for the third straight year.
The eight-time Pro Bowler is one of the top edge rushers on the market and will draw interest from multiple contenders, with the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and New England Patriots immediately coming to mind as possible landing spots.
Chicago must find another productive pass rusher opposite Montez Sweat, and adding an experienced player like Jordan to the defense would be a logical move by general manager Ryan Poles.
Jordan also played under current Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen in New Orleans, so there's a connection there.
Green Bay and New England could also be suitors for Jordan. The Packers' pass-rush was lackluster in 2025, and with Rashan Gary potentially out the door, Jordan would provide a boost to Green Bay's defense.
The Patriots may lose K'Lavon Chaisson in free agency, and if they do, Jordan would be a solid replacement who would form a nice pass-rushing duo with Harold Landry.
Due to his age, Jordan will be cheap to sign in free agency, but there's no denying he's still a viable pass rusher capable of starting a whole season. The Bears, Packers, and Patriots should all have interest in the future Hall of Fame.
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