Cameron Jordan announces the 2026 season will be his last
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Key Points:
- Defensive end Cameron Jordan confirmed he will return to the New Orleans Saints for the 2026 season, which he has described as "one final season," indicating his planned retirement afterward.
- Jordan, who will turn 37 in July, has spent his entire career with the Saints since being drafted 24th overall in 2011.
- He holds the franchise record for sacks with 132.0 and is also the Saints' all-time leader in games played, with 243 appearances, surpassing Drew Brees.
- In the 2025 season, Jordan recorded 10.5 sacks, continuing his status as a key defensive player for the team.
- The Saints will start their 2026 season with two road games against Detroit and Baltimore, and will have important home games late in the season against the Cardinals and Buccaneers.
