Cam Jordan remains sidelined as Alvin Kamara returns to Saints practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 8:40 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan will miss the Week 1 game against the Detroit Lions. Head coach Kellen Moore confirmed Wednesday that Jordan is not yet ready to play after sustaining a hamstring injury in early August. Meanwhile, running back Alvin Kamara participated in practice on a limited basis. Kamara had been sidelined for several weeks while recovering from an MCL injury. The team will monitor his progress throughout the week before determining his status for the upcoming matchup. Tight end Oscar Delp and running back Audric Estime also missed Wednesday's practice session due to hamstring and thigh injuries respectively.
- •Cam Jordan will not play against the Detroit Lions in Week 1.
- •Jordan has been recovering from a hamstring injury since early August.
- •Alvin Kamara returned to practice as a limited participant.
- •Kamara missed recent weeks with an MCL injury.
- •Oscar Delp and Audric Estime were both absent from Wednesday's practice.
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Jordan won't play this week, Alvin Kamara returns to practice
"Saints defensive end Cam Jordan's final NFL season will start with him on the sideline.
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