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Saints re-sign defensive end Jordan to one-year deal
The New Orleans Saints signed defensive end Cameron Jordan to a one-year incentive-based contract during minicamp. The 36-year-old veteran will return for a 16th NFL season, which he has indicated is likely his last.
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Jordan, 36, became a free agent in March after his previous contract automatically voided. He had played last season on a similar incentive-laden deal and earned $2 million in bonuses after recording 10.5 sacks.
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Contract details and family involvement Jordan's wife and four children attended the signing. The new agreement is incentive-based, sources told ESPN. Jordan had said earlier in the offseason that he would not accept another incentive-based contract but later stated he had to "humble himself" to reach a deal. He noted that family considerations ultimately guided the decision.
“I'm going to treat it like it's the final season with intention because I believe between God and my wife, that's the only two people that can get me back through.”
He holds the franchise record with 132 official sacks since the statistic became official in 1982 and ranks first in team history with 175 tackles for loss. The Saints did not select a pass rusher in the April draft but traded to acquire defensive end Tyree Wilson from the Las Vegas Raiders.
Jordan said the opportunity for playing time and clarity on his role were factors in his decision to return. He expressed a goal of helping younger teammates improve and contributing to a potential Super Bowl run in 2026.
