Only one member of the New Orleans Saints leads the NFC in Pro Bowl votes, and it’s defensive end Cameron Jordan. An NFL release on Thursday listed him with 80,675 votes from fans so far, leapfrogging last week’s leader (Carolina Panthers edge rusher Brian Burns, who had 62,814 votes at the time).
Jordan was recently recognized as the NFC Defensive Player of the Month for November after netting 5 sacks in as many games, to go along with a dozen tackles (half of them stopping the offense for a loss of yards). He’s benefited from the return of Marcus Davenport to the lineup, who demands attention from offensive lines that was previously shifted Jordan’s way. Improved pass coverage in the secondary has also created more opportunities for Jordan to make an impact.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis remains the leader at his position group after surpassing his Saints counterpart Marshon Lattimore. That’s despite Davis allowing multiple touchdown catches and more than 200 receiving yards in his last game before Tampa Bay’s bye week. Bah, humbug.
Of course there are many other Saints players worthy of Pro Bowl consideration; cast your ballot at this link before fan voting closes on Thursday, Dec. 17.
