Overview
- New Orleans announced on Jan. 20 that Julian Blackmon agreed to a one-year extension.
- The deal brings back a safety familiar with Brandon Staley’s system on a low-cost contract with limited cap impact.
- Blackmon is expected to compete with second-year Jonas Sanker for the starting role alongside Justin Reid.
- Justin Reid’s $11.55 million cap hit and $9.25 million guaranteed effectively lock him into the 2026 lineup.
- The signing reduces the immediate need at safety but does not rule out drafting one, including Ohio State’s Caleb Downs if he is available.