The New Orleans Saints are entering the 2025 NFL season with renewed purpose after a disappointing 5–12 finish in 2024. At the forefront is veteran defensive end Cameron Jordan, who, as he prepares for his 15th season, is focused on two things: hitting a major career milestone and leading his team back to the top of the NFC South.
Jordan believes the division is wide open — and despite the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ recent run, he’s confident the Saints can rise again.
Cameron Jordan Eyes Redemption in Final Years
Jordan isn’t shying away from the challenge ahead. Speaking on “Good Morning Football” on April 9, he made it clear that knocking off the Buccaneers, who have won the division for three consecutive years, is the primary target.
“Let’s be real. The Bucs have won the division the last three or four years. So until you knock off the king of the hill, that’s what you’re doing, you’re climbing a hill. But let’s just not say they’re running away with it,” Jordan said. “… They clearly won the NFC South last year, 10-7. The year before that, 9-8. The year before that, 8-9. Come on! It’s definitely attainable to go after.”
Jordan’s confidence comes from a roster he believes can contend if it stays healthy. Injuries derailed the Saints in 2024, with key players like Derek Carr, Chris Olave, and Rashid Shaheed missing big chunks of the season. A constant shuffle at quarterback led to inconsistency and underperformance across the board.
After a promising 2–0 start, the team suffered a seven-game losing streak, leading to the midseason dismissal of head coach Dennis Allen With new head coach Kellen Moore stepping in and a core group of veterans returning, Jordan says leadership will be key, especially as Moore settles into his first season as a head coach.
“We’re gonna have to take over on the leadership side,” Jordan said. He also emphasized the importance of keeping players on the field: “All we need is to remain available.”
Personally, Jordan is chasing a milestone. He enters the season with 121.5 career sacks and now has his sights set on 130. What once seemed like a fitting endpoint at 125 is no longer the goal.
“Now that I’m just 3.5 away, I’ve got to go 130. You’re always looking for that next level.”
At 35, Cam Jordan might be in the final stretch of his NFL career—but he’s locked in, motivated, and ready to help New Orleans reclaim its spot atop the NFC South.