Cameron Jordan Injury News & Updates
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Takes down QB in Week 4 loss
Jordan totaled four tackles, including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's loss against Buffalo.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's sack came in the second quarter and resulted in a seven-yard loss. The veteran defensive end has 2.5 sacks through four contests after posting 4.0 sacks across 17 games last year.
Sep 9, 2025
Posts 1.5 sacks in opener
Jordan tallied three tackles, including 1.5 sacks, along with a defensed pass Sunday in a Week 1 loss to the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was able to get to the quarterback twice in the defeat, first logging a solo sack of Kyler Murray on the third snap of the game and later logging a split sack in the third period. Jordan posted a modest 4.0 sacks over 17 contests last year, but he's tallied as many as 15.5 sacks in a campaign (in 2019).
Mar 12, 2025
Will stay with Saints
Jordan and the Saints agreed to a re-structured contract Wednesday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is now set to officially return to New Orleans for the 2025 campaign after having spent the entirety of his 14-year career there. He should once again serve as one of the team's top defensive ends and will look to bounce back from last season where he recorded a mere 4.0 sacks despite playing all 17 games.
Jan 8, 2025
Tallies 4.0 sacks in 2024
Jordan made one solo tackle during Sunday's regular-season finale, a 27-19 loss to the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan suited up for all 17 regular-season games with the Saints, recording 34 tackles (18 solo), including 4.0 sacks. He also logged four passes defensed and one interception. The 35-year-old veteran is heading into the final year of his deal with New Orleans, but his $12.5 million base salary for 2025 makes him a potential post-June 1 cut candidate.
Dec 30, 2024
Picks up another sack Sunday
Jordan recorded three tackles (three solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 25-10 loss versus the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
After not recording a single sack over his first nine games of the season, Jordan has now collected four in his last seven games. He'll be hoping to further boost his season sack total in Week 18 when the Saints go on the road to take on Tampa Bay.
Jul 25, 2024
Healthy after ankle surgery
Jordan (ankle) participated in Thursday's training camp session without any apparent limitations, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan said that after injuring his ankle versus the Falcons in Week 13 last season he didn't feel himself, despite the fact that he didn't miss any time. Now fully healthy, the 35-year-old looks set to reprise a starting role up front for New Orleans, though considering Jordan's age and the addition of 2020 No. 2 overall draft pick Chase Young, the team could opt to approach the defensive end position as more of a rotation.
Mar 25, 2024
Recovering from ankle surgery
Jordan is recovering from offseason surgery undergone to address an ankle injury that hampered him during the 2023 campaign, asgdsag reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan suffered the ankle injury mid-November, and while he didn't subsequently miss any games, his defensive snap share did notably diminish down the stretch. The 13-year veteran has only missed two regular-season games in his NFL career, so recovering from an ankle procedure doesn't add any true concerns about his durability. Jordan has stated that he desires to suit up for the 2024 season, and with better injury luck, he could be set for a bounceback after finishing out 2023 with just two sacks across 17 games.
Feb 29, 2024
Restructures contract
Jordan restructured his contract with the Saints on Thursday, which will save the team more than $9 million against the cap this season, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Details of Jordan's adjusted contract are still unknown, according to Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football. However, it appears he'll still get his guaranteed $13 million this season while deferring some non-guaranteed money toward next year. The veteran lineman played a career-low 731 defensive snaps in 2023, which also saw him compile a career-low 43 tackles and just two sacks. The lowest total since his rookie campaign in 2011.
Jan 8, 2024
Plans to play in 2024
Jordan said Monday that he loves the Saints "too much to retire," Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan dealt with nagging injuries nearly all season in 2023, and he ended up having his least productive year in terms of tackles and sacks since his rookie season in 2011. Nevertheless, it sounds like there's a strong chance he will play out at least the last year of his current contract. He currently sits at 23rd all time in terms of NFL career sacks, with 117.5.
Dec 20, 2023
Will play at Rams
Jordan (ankle) does not carry an injury designation into Thursday's game at the Rams, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was limited at practice all week, but it looks like he'll be ready to play in Week 16 anyways. He's had a disappointing season as a pass rusher thus far, recording just two sacks over 14 games.
Dec 18, 2023
Injury still present
Jordan (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimate, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan injured his ankle in Week 12, and although he hasn't missed a game, he's been limited in the number of snaps he's played the last three weeks and in practice as well, with that trend remaining in Week 16. The veteran edge rusher should be considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Rams.
Dec 10, 2023
Set to suit up Sunday
Jordan (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 14 game against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan injured his ankle in a Week 12 loss to Atlanta and was limited to a season-low 29 percent of the Saints' defensive snaps last week against Detroit. He followed a DNP during the first day of Week 14 prep with a pair of limited practices and will be able to play against Carolina. It's not yet clear, however, if he'll be on a limited snap count again.
Dec 8, 2023
Could play Week 14
Jordan (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is still nursing an ankle issue, but he's got a chance to suit up Sunday after logging limited practice sessions both Thursday and Friday. If the All-Pro defensive end were to miss the Saints' Week 14 contest, Tanoh Kpassagnon would likely be the next man up on the team's defensive line.
Dec 7, 2023
Back at practice
Jordan (ankle) was a limited participant at the Saints' practice Thursday, Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was unable to participate at Wednesday's first practice session of the week, but he was able to be back out on the field Thursday. The defensive end has been able to play through the ankle issue each of the last two weeks and he appears likely to go Sunday versus the Panthers.
Dec 6, 2023
DNP Wednesday
Jordan (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan suited up for Week 13 against the Lions -- despite not logging a single practice leading up to the contest -- and played a season-low 16 snaps and registered two tackles. He may not practice leading up to Sunday's game against the Panthers and still manage to play, though he could be on a limited snap count for the second straight week.
Dec 3, 2023
Will play Sunday
Jordan (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Jordan didn't practice at all during Week 13 prep but has been cleared to suit up versus Detroit. The veteran defensive end has recorded 34 tackles, two sacks, three pass defenses and one fumble recovery across 11 appearances this season.
Dec 3, 2023
Status still up in air
Jordan (ankle) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Lions, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan didn't practice this week, but he'll still have a chance to suit up, which would be good news for the Saints' defensive front. His status will become clear when the team releases its inactive 90 minutes before the game's 1 PM ET kickoff.
Dec 1, 2023
Questionable for Sunday vs. Lions
Jordan (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan did not practice during the week, but coach Dennis Allen suggested he'd be a game-time decision for Week 13 anyways. If Jordan misses his first game of the season Sunday, Tanoh Kpassagnon would likely start at defensive end versus Detroit.
Nov 29, 2023
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Jordan (ankle) didn't participate in New Orleans' practice Wednesday, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan sat out practice after injuring his ankle during last week's loss to the Falcons. If the 2011 first-round pick can't play against the Lions on Sunday, Tanoh Kpassagnon should start in his place.
Nov 26, 2023
Questionable to return
Jordan has a shin injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Falcons, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan assisted on one tackle before exiting. The 13th-year veteran has 34 tackles in 2023.
Nov 6, 2023
Records season-high tackles in win
Jordan registered seven tackles (three solo), including one sack, in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Jordan managed to sack Tyson Bagent late in the second quarter that helped stop the Bears' two-minute drill drive. Jordan continues to be productive in his 13th campaign in the NFL and has played at least 50 defensive snaps in seven of nine games this season. The veteran pass rusher is up to 31 tackles (13 solo) and two sacks on the year.
Oct 16, 2023
Limited in practice estimate
Jordan (back) was marked as a limited participant in New Orleans' practice estimate Monday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan played 53 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss at Houston, so it's possible any limitations would be purely precautionary. He'll still probably need to practice in full either Tuesday or Wednesday to avoid carrying an injury designation into Thursday.
Sep 12, 2023
Active in win
Jordan finished with five tackles, two pass breakups, a half sack and a quarterback hit in the Saints' 16-15 win over the Titans on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The eight-time pro bowler who signed a two-year extension before the season was reliable again in New Orleans' season opener, playing 86 percent of the snaps. Jordan helped spark a unit that allowed just 285 total yards and posted three sacks and three interceptions. The defensive end and his teammates should have another favorable matchup in Week 2 against a Carolina team that scored only 10 points in Week 1.
Aug 4, 2023
Extended through 2025 season
Jordan signed a two-year, $27.5 million extension with the Saints on Friday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
This is the fourth contract that Jordan has signed with the Saints. The 34-year-old defensive end has spent his entire career in New Orleans and is now locked in with the Saints through the 2025 season. Jordan's still performing at an elite level, as he recorded 8.5 sacks and 66 tackles in 2022 while being named to the Pro Bowl for the eighth time.
Mar 13, 2023
Restructures contract for 2023
The Saints and Jordan reworked his contract to save New Orleans $10 million against the cap, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is nonetheless slated to stay put in New Orleans for at least the 2023 campaign, after he fell just one tackle short of a new career high this past season. The eight-time Pro-Bowler has suited up for at least 16 games in all of his 12 years with the Saints.
Jan 13, 2023
Remains consistent in Year 12
Jordan posted 66 tackles (40 solo), 8.5 sacks, two passes defended and two forced fumbles while playing 16 games in the 2022 season.
ANALYSIS
Jordan came one tackle short of matching his career high from the 2012 campaign. The 33-year-old defensive end did see a decrease in his playing time for the fourth consecutive season, though he still played at least 67 percent of defensive snaps in all but two of his appearances in 2022. Jordan also tallied at least 7.5 sacks for the 11th season in a row, and he is now the Saints' all-time sack leader with 115.5. The seven-time Pro Bowler will enter the final year of his contract with the team in 2023.
Jan 2, 2023
Hits milestone in dominant outing
Jordan logged five solo tackles, including three sacks, and a forced fumble during Sunday's 20-10 victory versus the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jordan notched his third sack of the game when he cleaned up a muddy pocket to bring down quarterback Gardner Minshew late in the fourth quarter. This also brought the 33-year-old defensive end's career sack total to 115.5 and made him the Saints' new all-time leader in sacks. Jordan hasn't quite lived up to his usual pass-rushing standard this season, logging 8.5 sacks over 15 games. But, he should have a chance to reach double-digit sacks for the seventh time in his 12-year career in next week's regular-season finale against Carolina.
Dec 26, 2022
Garners seven tackles in win
Jordan recorded seven tackles (five solo) in Saturday's 17-10 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's seven stops this past weekend in Cleveland tied his previous season high he set back in New Orleans' season opener versus the Falcons. The veteran will now look to collect his first sack since Nov. 13 when the Saints square off against the Eagles in Week 17.
Dec 16, 2022
No injury designation
Jordan doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Atlanta, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was a limited participant Wednesday and Thursday due to a foot injury, but he logged a full session Friday and is cleared for action Sunday. Across 12 appearances, the veteran pass rusher has totaled 44 tackles, 5.5 sacks, two pass defenses and one forced fumble while playing between 60-80 percent of the team's defensive snaps.
Dec 14, 2022
Limited Wednesday
Jordan (foot) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is dealing with a foot sprain that he presumably suffered during the team's Week 13 loss to Tampa Bay. The veteran defensive end will have two more opportunities to log a full practice before the Saints need to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against Atlanta.
Dec 12, 2022
Has sprained foot
Jordan said Monday than an MRI revealed that he has a foot sprain, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was fined $50,000 and the Saints' coaching staff was fined $500,000 by the NFL for allegedly faking the injury in the Week 13 loss to Tampa Bay, but the defensive lineman insists that he was legitimately injured. A Week 14 bye has likely given Jordan sufficient time to heal, but his status in practice will still be worth monitoring as the Saints prepare to face the Falcons in Week 15.
Nov 27, 2022
Ready to return
Jordan (orbital) is active Sunday against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan logged limited practices throughout the week, after missing the team's Week 11 game with the Rams. His return should be a significant boost to the Saints defensive line, especially with Marcus Davenport also returning from a calf injury.
Nov 27, 2022
On track to play Sunday
Jordan (orbital), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in San Francisco, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday after he was sidelined for last week's win over the Rams due to a fractured orbital. Though the veteran defensive end's inability to upgrade to full practice activity resulted in him carrying a designation into the weekend, he looks like he made enough progress for the Saints to feel comfortable bringing him back in the lineup. Jordan's availability will be confirmed when the Saints release their inactive list 90 minutes before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.
Nov 25, 2022
Questionable for Week 12
Jordan (orbital) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan missed the first game of his career Week 11 after popping up with a fractured orbital bone in practice last week. However, the 33-year-old logged three straight limited practices Week 12 , indicating that he could be on track to suit back up against San Francisco on Sunday. Jordan recorded 42 tackles and 5.5 sacks over the first five weeks of the season, and his potential return could play a significant factor with fellow starting defensive end Marcus Davenport (calf) also considered questionable to play Sunday.
Nov 23, 2022
Makes return to practice Wednesday
Jordan (orbital) was a limited participant in the Saints' practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
An orbital fracture caused Jordan to sit out practice entirely last week and resulted in the first missed game of his 12-year NFL career. However, we was able to make his way back to the practice field Wednesday, suggesting that he has a chance to play Sunday versus San Francisco. Marcus Davenport (calf) also logged a limited practice Wednesday after sitting out Week 11, and if Jordan and/or Davenport are able to play Sunday, Tanoh Kpassagnon and/or Carl Granderson could see reduced opportunities.
Nov 20, 2022
Not playing Sunday
Jordan (orbital) is inactive Sunday against the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is dealing with an orbital fracture, which will force the 12-year pro to miss the first game of his career due to an injury. The seven-time Pro Bowler's absence will certainly be a blow to the Saints' defense, and with the included absence of Marcus Davenport (calf), the Saints will be down both of their starting defensive ends. In their absence, Tanoh Kpassagnon and Carl Granderson will likely draw starts, while Payton Turner and Jabari Zuniga could see increased opportunities.
Nov 18, 2022
Ruled out for Week 11
Jordan (eye) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Rams, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan will miss the first game of his 12-year career due to injury Sunday, sitting out after he suffered an eye injury at some point this month. It's unclear what the severity of the injury and how long it could sideline him, but Tanoh Kpassagnon and Carl Granderson will step into larger roles in Week 12.
Nov 17, 2022
DNP again Thursday
Jordan (eye) did not participate in the Saints' practice Thursday, Terrin Waack of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was a non-participant for the second straight practice to open Week 11, though it's unclear when or how this injury first arose. The seven-time Pro Bowler has been a stalwart on New Orleans' defense for nearly his entire career, so his potential absence would be a big blow heading into Sunday's game against the run-heavy Ravens. Jordan will have one more practice to improve his status before Friday's final injury report, otherwise Tanoh Kpassagnon and Carl Granderson could be in line for bigger roles, as fellow starting defensive end Marcus Davenport (calf) is also dealing with an injury.
Sep 27, 2022
First sack of 2022
Jordan recorded four tackles (two solo) and one sack during Sunday's 22-14 loss to the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan sacked Baker Mayfield for a 10-yard loss on the first play of the final drive before halftime, giving the veteran defensive end his first sack of 2022. The 2011 first-round pick has recorded at least 7.5 sacks in 10 straight seasons, including six double-digit sack campaigns during that stretch. However, he's gotten off to a relatively slow start this year, but he'll look to build off his solid Week 3 performance against the Vikings on Sunday.
Sep 16, 2022
No injury designation
Jordan doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with Tampa Bay, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday due to a hip injury but was a full participant Friday. The veteran defensive end totaled seven tackles across 58 defensive snaps during the season opener and will likely have another hefty workload in Week 2.
Sep 14, 2022
Picks up hip injury
Jordan (hip) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jordan totaled seven tackles during the season opener, but he presumably picked up a hip injury as well. If the veteran isn't upgraded to a full participant Thursday or Friday, his status for Week 2 could be in jeopardy.
Sep 12, 2022
Seven tackles in season opener
Jordan totaled seven tackles (five solo), including one tackle for loss, in Sunday's 27-26 win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's showing no signs of slowing down at age 33. The star defensive end made the Pro Bowl in each of the previous five seasons while notching at least 12 sacks in four of those campaigns, so it likely won't be long until Jordan gets his first sack of 2022.
Jan 17, 2022
Keeps producing
Jordan logged 59 tackles, 12.5 sacks, six pass breakups and two forced fumbles over 16 games in 2021.
ANALYSIS
While he had to miss the first game of his 11-season career due to COVID protocols, Jordan remained a force to be reckoned with at 32 years old and his efforts resulted in a fifth-placed fantasy finish among defensive ends. The now seven-time Pro Bowler not only got there by finishing seventh in the league in sacks but he also helped key a defense that averaged the fewest yards allowed per rush attempt (3.7) and the fifth-lowest completion rate (62.3). Until he shows signs of slowing down, Jordan should probably be counted on for at least 50 tackles and double-digit sacks as he plays out the final two years of his contract extension.
Dec 22, 2021
Gets to Brady twice in Week 15
Jordan compiled five tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's 9-0 win over the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
After missing the first game of his career Week 14 against the Jets following his positive COVID-19 test, Jordan was reinstated ahead of the Week 15 matchup and played a key role in shutting out the powerful Buccaneers offense. He accounted for half of the Saints' sacks on the night, surpassing 100 for his career in the process. On the heels of his big effort, Jordan was named the NFC's Defensive Player of the Week.
Dec 16, 2021
Back from COVID list
Jordan (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan missed Week 14 against the Jets after testing positive for the virus, but he's back on the active roster ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Buccaneers. The 32-year-old is in the midst of a down season with 38 total tackles, four sacks and one forced fumble in 12 games.
Dec 11, 2021
Out for Sunday's contest
Jordan (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Jets, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
The defensive end, who was placed on the reserve/COVID19 list Monday, was unable to record multiple negative tests within a 24-hour span and as a result, will miss his first game of his 11-year career Sunday. It's huge loss for the Saints defense as the star pass rusher has posted 38 tackles, four sacks and one forced fumble so far this season.
Dec 6, 2021
Tests positive for COVID-19
Jordan's placement on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday was the result of a positive test for the virus, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear if Jordan is vaccinated or not, but if he is, then he would need to register two negative tests at least 24 hours apart before being eligible to return to the active roster. On the season, the veteran defensive end has accumulated 38 tackles, four sacks, four pass deflections and one forced fumble, so his absence would be a big loss for the Saints' defensive front. If he is unable to clear protocols before Sunday, then Carl Granderson and Jalyn Holmes will likely be in line for increased snaps against the Jets on Sunday.
Dec 6, 2021
Placed on COVID-19 list
The Saints placed Jordan on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear if Jordan tested positive for the virus or not, but either way, his status for Week 14 will likely be in serious doubt after landing in health and safety protocols. On the season, the veteran defensive end has accumulated 38 tackles, four sacks, four pass deflections and one forced fumble. If he is ruled out, then Carl Granderson and Jalyn Holmes will likely be in line for increased snaps against the Jets on Sunday.
Nov 1, 2021
Sacks in two straight games
Jordan recorded two tackles, one sack and a forced fumble Sunday in the Saints' 36-27 win over the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's strip sack of Tom Brady midway through the second quarter stymied a potential Tampa Bay scoring drive, with teammate David Onyemeta jumping on the loose ball to give New Orleans possession. The veteran edge rusher was held without a sack in the Saints' first five games, but he's now gotten to the quarterback in both of the past two weeks.
Mar 6, 2021
Agrees to restructured contract
Jordan agreed to restructure his contract Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was originally slated to account for $18.9 million against the cap in 2021, a figure so looming in the Saints' quest to maneuver under the salary cap that some reports suggested the star pass rusher may just be a cap causality, but the worst-case scenario never came to fruition. The 31-year-old took a dramatic fall from the double-digit sack pace he'd put together over the past three seasons, tallying just 7.5 sacks despite playing all 16 games. The veteran defensive end has never missed a game in his 10-year career and is just 5.5 sacks away from recording 100 sacks in his NFL career.
Jan 31, 2021
Continues strong play in 2020
Jordan totaled 51 tackles (34 solo), 7.5 sacks, three passes defended and a forced fumble across 16 games in 2020.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's streak of three straight seasons with double-digit sacks came to an end as he recorded his fewest since 2016. He did, however, extend his streak of seasons with at least 7.5 sacks to nine, and he has yet to miss a game in his career. He'll head into his 11th season just 5.5 sacks away from becoming the 36th player in NFL history to record 100.
Dec 26, 2020
Records sack in win
Jordan racked up three tackles (two solo), one sack and a tackle for a loss in the Saints' 52-33 win over the Vikings on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Jordan is up to 7.5 sacks on the season, a far-cry from the 13.5 he averaged across his previous three seasons. It's been a down year for the six-time Pro Bowler, as New Orleans has gotten more help on the defensive side of the ball. Jordan will face Carolina in Week 17.
Dec 21, 2020
Won't face suspension
Jordan won't be suspended after being ejected from Sunday's 32-29 loss to the Chiefs, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan was ejected for throwing a punch, and he's expected to face a fine. However, the veteran defensive end should be on the field for Friday's matchup against the Vikings. That news is especially encouraging because position mate Trey Hendrickson's (stinger) status is uncertain. Through 14 games, Jordan has registered 47 tackles, 6.5 sacks and a pass breakup.
Dec 1, 2020
Tacks on another sack
Jordan made two solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's 31-3 win over the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Coming off a career-high 15.5 sacks in 2019, Jordan's performance has harshly regressed this season with just 6.5 sacks through 11 games. However, he's picked up the pace of late, taking down the quarterback five times in the past five contests. Jordan stands a good chance to keep it rolling in Week 13, as Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has been sacked on 6.2 percent of dropbacks.
Nov 23, 2020
Three sacks in comfortable victory
Jordan racked up four tackles (four solo), three sacks and three tackles for a loss in the Saints' 24-9 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Entering the game with just 2.5 sacks to his credit, Jordan more than doubled his season total with this strong showing. Matt Ryan was taken down eight times in this one, as the Saints' defensive front wreaked havoc all afternoon. Jordan will try to keep the momentum going in Week 12 against Denver.
Nov 20, 2020
Ready to face Falcons
Jordan (back) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan had his practice reps managed this week while nursing a back injury, but he's set to suit up versus Atlanta. The veteran pass rusher recorded double-digit sacks in the last three years, but he's only notched 2.5 sacks through nine games this season. He'll look to boost those numbers by taking down Matt Ryan on Sunday.
Nov 19, 2020
Practices in limited fashion
Jordan (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan wasn't able to practice in any capacity Wednesday, but he's now upgraded to limited activity. The veteran defensive end hasn't yet missed any time this season, and he should have at least a fair shot at suiting up Week 11 as long as he can keep practicing in at least a limited fashion.
Nov 18, 2020
Battling back injury
Jordan (back) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Jordan produced three tackles while playing 86 percent of the snaps on defense in last week's win over the 49ers, but he's dealing with a back injury to start Week 11. The 2011 first-round pick has never missed a game in his NFL career, so if he's able to practice by the end of the week, he should have a good chance to play Sunday against the Falcons.
Nov 2, 2020
Gets to quarterback in win
Jordan racked up three tackles (two solo), one sack and a tackle for a loss in the Saints' 26-23 OT win over the Bears on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jordan's sack was encouraging, but his season as a whole has been largely disappointing. After piling up three consecutive double-digit sack seasons, Jordan has just 2.5 heading into a Week 9 date with Tampa Bay.
Oct 13, 2020
Leads team in tackles
Jordan compiled 10 tackles (five solo), three tackles for a loss and half a sack in Monday night's 30-27 overtime win against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan led the team in tackles Monday, and he has now recorded at least half a sack in consecutive games. After a slow start to the season, Jordan has positive momentum heading into the Saints' Week 6 bye.
Oct 4, 2020
First sack of 2020
Jordan finished with four tackles (three solo), one sack and a tackle for a loss in the Saints' 35-29 win over the Lions on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jordan recorded his first sack of the season in an encouraging showing Sunday. After recording at least 12.0 sacks in each of the last three seasons, he has only one through four games in 2020. He'll look to add to that total next week against the Chargers.
Sep 9, 2020
Good to go Sunday
Jordan (core) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report and will play in Sunday's game versus the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Since entering the league as a first-round pick in 2011, Jordan hasn't missed a game, and that won't change to start the 2020 season, as he's back to full health following February core-muscle surgery. Heading into his age-31 season, Jordan remains one of the most consistent defensive ends in the league with three straight seasons of 12 or more sacks, and he's produced at least 45 tackles in every season since his rookie year.
Mar 1, 2020
Recovering from core muscle surgery
Jordan underwent core muscle surgery Feb. 4 but is expected to be fully healthy for training camp, Michael Silver of NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The veteran defensive end apparently suffered the injury Dec. 8 against the 49ers and played the rest of the season with an adductor muscle that was separated from the bone, so he underwent surgery shortly after the Super Bowl. Jordan finished last season with 53 tackles (37 solo), 15.5 sacks and one fumble recovery, and he's set to begin his 10th season with the Saints in 2020.
Dec 14, 2019
Cleared for MNF
Jordan (abdomen) won't carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Colts, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jordan worked as a limited participant during the practice week, but he's ready to rock for the prime-time matchup. The 30-year-old brings an explosive pass rush to the table, as he's racked up a career-high 13.5 sacks, which is also good for third in the league.
Oct 4, 2019
Cleared for Week 5
Jordan (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Jordan began the week as a limited participant but his full participation at Friday's practice clears him of a potential injury designation. The 30-year-old had 11 tackles and two sacks through the first two games of the season but has six tackles and zero sacks in the last two contests.