Martin Emerson Jr. is Saints Player of Day 47 ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
With 47 days until the New Orleans Saints begin their 2026 regular season against the Detroit Lions, cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. stands out as a key offseason addition. Wearing No. 47, Emerson, who previously played for the Cleveland Browns, is expected to compete for a starting job after recovering from an Achilles injury that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season. He has a strong background, having started nearly every game during his first three years and has displayed effective coverage skills. Emerson's performance in training camp will determine his role as the season approaches.
- •Saints' regular season opener is on September 13 against the Lions.
- •Emerson has four years of NFL experience.
- •He was a third-round pick by the Browns in 2022.
- •Emerson missed the entire 2025 season due to injury.
- •He is competing for a starting cornerback position.
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Martin Emerson Jr. is Saints Player of Day 47
"The underrated offseason addition of Martin Emerson Jr. could bring a huge boost to the New Orleans Saints defense. He'll compete for a starting job.
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