Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan misses season opener against Lions
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will not play in the team's upcoming season opener. Jordan remains sidelined for the Sunday contest due to a hamstring injury. The veteran defensive end's absence impacts the New Orleans defensive front as they prepare to face the Detroit Lions. The team has not released further details regarding his recovery timeline or potential availability for subsequent games. The Saints coaching staff will now look to adjust their defensive rotation to compensate for Jordan's absence.
- •Cameron Jordan is out for the Sunday game.
- •The defensive end is dealing with a hamstring injury.
- •The Saints face the Lions in their season opener.
- •No official timeline for his return has been provided.
- 11:00 PMESPN NFL — Saints DE Jordan (hamstring) to miss opener vs. Lions
"Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will not play against the Lions on Sunday due to a hamstring injury.
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