Overview
- Reporter Josina Anderson said the New Orleans Saints reached a one-year agreement with cornerback Martin Emerson Jr.
- Emerson started 33 games for the Cleveland Browns from 2022 to 2024 and totaled 202 tackles, 4 interceptions, and 34 passes defended.
- He missed the 2025 season after tearing his Achilles in training camp and is working back from that injury.
- His performance dipped before the injury, with Pro Football Focus grading him at 72.5 as a rookie and 47.9 in 2024, including weaker marks in tackling and run defense.
- New Orleans leans on developing corners Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley, so Emerson arrives as depth who will compete for snaps behind them.