Cam Jordan Sounds Off on NFLPA Report Card Ban and Demario Davis' Future
Cam Jordan isn’t one to bite his tongue-especially when it comes to player advocacy or the future of his teammates. And this week, the New Orleans Saints’ veteran edge rusher had something to say on both fronts.
NFLPA Report Cards Shut Down by League Ruling
The NFL dropped a notable offseason bombshell on Friday: an arbitrator ruled in favor of the league in its grievance against the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), effectively ending the union’s practice of publishing annual team report cards. These report cards, which had become a widely discussed part of the offseason, offered anonymous player feedback on everything from team facilities and locker rooms to coaching and travel accommodations.
The ruling found that the NFLPA had violated the collective bargaining agreement by "cherry-picking" responses-often negative ones-to paint certain teams and owners in a bad light. The league’s memo that followed emphasized that clubs should continue gathering internal feedback from players but through their own channels, not public report cards.
That didn’t sit well with Jordan, who took to social media with a pointed response.
“The NFL is upset that Teams have been graded, judged and coerced to update to facilities, training staffs, weight rooms. Necessities to keep the modern NFL athlete top tier.🙄”
Jordan’s reaction echoes what many players have quietly (and not-so-quietly) expressed: the report cards weren’t about embarrassing teams-they were about accountability. In an era where player performance is scrutinized down to the millisecond, Jordan and others believe it’s only fair that teams be held to similar standards when it comes to supporting their athletes.
The final edition of the report cards-now the last of its kind-saw the New York Jets as the only team to receive an F grade. That kind of transparency, Jordan argues, has pushed teams to invest in better facilities and support systems. With that now off the table, the question becomes: will that momentum stall?
Cam Jordan on Demario Davis: “You Can’t Be a General from the Sidelines”
While the off-field headlines are grabbing attention, Jordan is also keeping a close eye on what’s happening inside the Saints’ locker room-especially when it comes to linebacker Demario Davis.
Davis, who just wrapped up a monster 2025 season with a career-high 143 total tackles, is set to hit free agency this offseason. At 35, he’s still playing like a man five years younger, anchoring the Saints defense with his trademark mix of speed, intelligence, and leadership.
But his future in New Orleans is anything but certain.
Under new head coach Kellen Moore, the Saints are clearly in transition. And Davis, a longtime leader and emotional heartbeat of the team, hasn’t committed to staying. During a recent appearance with Kay Adams, he sidestepped questions about returning to New Orleans, fueling speculation about a potential reunion with Dennis Allen-his former head coach-who’s now the defensive coordinator in Chicago.
Jordan didn’t mince words when addressing the possibility of Davis leaving:
“With a man of his distinction, it’ll always be about Role, DD a leader of men! You can’t be a general from the sidelines.”
That’s vintage Cam Jordan-passionate, loyal, and laser-focused on what leadership looks like in the NFL. To him, Davis isn’t just another veteran linebacker.
He’s a tone-setter. A field general.
And if he’s still got gas in the tank-and clearly, he does-Jordan believes he should be on the field, not phased out in a youth movement.
What Comes Next
The new league year officially begins on March 11, and both the Saints and the league at large are staring down a pivotal stretch.
For the NFLPA, the end of the report card era marks a shift in how player feedback will be surfaced-or not-moving forward. For the Saints, it’s a question of identity: will they retain their veteran leadership as they pivot into a new era under Kellen Moore, or will they let go of foundational pieces like Davis?
Cam Jordan, as always, isn’t just watching it unfold-he’s making sure his voice is heard.