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Saints highlights Jackson Sirmon as Player of Day 45 ahead of camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Saints highlights Jackson Sirmon as Player of Day 45 ahead of camp

Summary

The New Orleans Saints announced Jackson Sirmon as their Player of Day 45 as the team approaches the start of training camp. Sirmon, who recently joined the Saints, competes for a backup linebacker role and wears No. 45. He has a notable college background, leading the California Golden Bears with 104 tackles in one season. Reunited with his father, Peter Sirmon, a linebacker coach for the Saints, Jackson aims to solidify his position on the roster as training camp begins. The Saints are set to kick off the 2026 regular season against the Detroit Lions on September 13.

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By the Numbers

•Sirmon is a linebacker competing for roster spots.
•He previously played for the California Golden Bears.
•Sirmon was undrafted in 2024, signing with the New York Jets.
•He recorded 1 tackle during his time on the Jets' active roster.
•The Saints begin their regular season on September 13 against Detroit.

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Jackson Sirmon is the Saints Player of Day 45

What they're saying

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Former California Golden Bear Jackson Sirmon is reunited with his father in New Orleans as both attempt to shore up the Saints' linebacker depth.
— Yahoo Sports

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