What happened: Saints defensive end Cam Jordan, back for the 2026 season, voiced strong optimism about New Orleans' offense this offseason. That confidence comes while the team's quarterback competition is still openly described as close and unsettled heading into the year.

Why it matters: Jordan's track record and the defense he anchors are the more proven commodity in New Orleans right now, while the offense has no settled QB1. Until that competition resolves, leaning on the defensive front is the safer read on where this team's edge actually lives in 2026.