We're about to enter June, and the New Orleans Saints and Cam Jordan still haven't come to an agreement on a new deal. Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox sees this as the one move the Saints absolutely have to make to complete their offseason. He plainly laid out the value in bringing Jordan back into the fold.
"The Saints should have a legitimate chance to make a run at an NFC South title this season. Bringing back Jordan, who led the team with 10.5 sacks last season, could only help New Orleans accomplish that goal."
At this point, the Saints signing Jordan truly does feel like an addition to the team opposed to the feeling that comes with re-signing a player who was already on the team. Technically, it is the latter, but the negotiation has drug on so long that it will feel like more of a boost than just bringing back a veteran.
Re-signing Cam Jordan is clearly the biggest move the Saints can make
There's one move that could rival bringing back Jordan is signing Kenny Moore II. Since the Colts have agreed to release Moore, it's been quiet for the slot corner. There haven't been many whispers about where he may land or who has expressed interest. It's strangely quiet.
Until he signs elsewhere, Moore would be a great addition for the team. What makes Jordan a bigger move is the options at the position and leadership. As far as the latter, the Saints already lost Demario Davis. He was the heart and soul of the team. Bringing back Jordan also retains an established vocal leader in the locker room. The value of that can't be overstated for a team getting much younger.
Then when you look at the position, Julian Blackmon and Jonas Sanker feel like wild cards. Meanwhile, you kind of know what you're getting in Carl Granderson, and it hasn't been enough. Granderson is certainly a better safety net. Sanker or Blackmon would be stepping into a new role replacing Alontae Taylor.
The unknown could easily make fans advocate more for Moore, but I personally have faith in those players to perform well in the new role. Granderson has had years to show he's a complementary pass rusher, and he hasn't shown it yet. He's been solid, but his production is best as a third in the rotation.
Jordan's return allows Granderson to step into that role and gives the unit a higher floor and ceiling. Expecting Jordan to give the Saints 10.5 sacks again may be a bit generous, but he showed he could still be disruptive. Jordan may see a slight dip in sacks, but he can clearly still get to the quarterback and set the edge versus the run. Pairing that with the leadership ability gives this the slight edge over signing Moore.
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