Cam Jordan Cashes In, Ties Saints Legend-But Winning Still Comes First
The scoreboard didn’t tilt in the Saints’ favor on Sunday, but Cameron Jordan still walked away with something to show for it-two sacks, $600,000 in incentives, and a place alongside a franchise legend in the record books.
Despite the Saints’ 21-17 loss to the Dolphins in Miami, Jordan made his presence felt early, racking up his fifth and sixth sacks of the season-both in the first half. Each takedown netted him a cool $300,000, thanks to performance clauses in his contract. But don’t expect Jordan to be celebrating the payday.
“I’m not going to lie to you; that’s not my goal,” Jordan said postgame. “My goal is to win, and right now we’re sitting at 2-10.”
That’s the mindset of a veteran who’s built his legacy on more than just numbers. “I’ve never once played for those incentives.
Although they’ll be great… just give me what I got for services rendered and let me continue to ball.”
Chasing Greatness-and Catching It
Jordan’s two sacks didn’t just pad his wallet-they etched his name even deeper into Saints history. With 127 career sacks, he’s now tied with Hall of Famer Rickey Jackson atop the franchise’s all-time list.
The kicker? Every single one of Jordan’s sacks has come in a Saints uniform.
That kind of longevity and consistency is rare in today’s NFL, and it’s why Jordan continues to build a case for Canton.
The milestone came with a bit of savvy veteran work, too. Both sacks came against a rookie guard, and Jordan knew exactly how to exploit the matchup.
“You knew he was going to bite; he was already playing for it,” Jordan said. “So after that, it was all about collecting.”
Legacy in the Making
Jordan also passed another Hall of Famer, Derrick Thomas, on the NFL’s all-time sack list with Sunday’s performance. But if you think he’s keeping track, think again. With the Saints sitting at 2-10, Jordan’s not in the mood for personal accolades.
This is a player who’s always put team success above individual numbers. Even as he continues to climb the league’s all-time ranks, his focus remains locked on turning things around in New Orleans. That kind of leadership is why he’s been the heart of the Saints’ defense for over a decade.
Cam Jordan may have earned a hefty bonus and tied a franchise icon, but for him, the real reward is still out of reach: winning football games. And until that changes, don’t expect him to stop grinding.