{
  "id": 42560,
  "title": "Surprise defensive back is an early riser at Saints training camp",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/surprise-defensive-back-is-an-early-riser-at-saints-training-camp",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-02T12:55:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/surprise-defensive-back-early-riser-125522800.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Orleans Saints cornerback Jayden Price has emerged as a major surprise during training camp, earning praise for his speed, aggressiveness, and ability to impact games. Following a strong performance during OTAs and minicamp, Price has maintained his form throughout the early stages of camp, impressing head coach Brandon Staley's STAR position. According to Ross Jackson of LouisianaSports.Net, Price's notable qualities have set him apart thus far. Jackson highlighted his aggressive and physical play style while working behind safety Jonas Sanker, underscoring his speed and reaction time. Two instances of Price undercutting passes demonstrate his timing and ability to make critical plays. If he can secure these catches, he might secure a spot on the 53-man roster. Signed by the Saints in 2025 after an unsuccessful stint with the Atlanta Falcons in 2024, Price's versatility and depth contribution behind Sanker present him with a clear path to securing a role. The competitive nature of training camp and the preseason suggests that Price could potentially alter his chances of making the team with a few standout plays.",
  "summary": "New Orleans Saints cornerback Jayden Price is emerging as a surprise standout during the team's training camp, according to Yahoo Sports. After making an impression during OTAs and minicamp, Price has continued to impress in the early portion of the camp, displaying speed, aggressiveness, and a knack for making plays. Ross Jackson of LouisianaSports.Net highlighted Price as one of the biggest surprises, noting his impressive reaction speed and timing, which have led him to undercut passes and potentially secure interceptions. With the Saints looking to bolster their secondary, Price's ability to contribute from the slot and provide depth behind Jonas Sanker gives him a clear path to securing a role on the 53-man roster. While there is still time for him to make his mark, Price's performance so far suggests he is making himself difficult to ignore.",
  "key_points": [
    "New Orleans Saints cornerback Jayden Price impresses with speed and aggressiveness.",
    "Price's timing and ability to make critical plays highlighted by undercutting passes.",
    "Signed by Saints in 2025 after unsuccessful stint with Atlanta Falcons."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/42560.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}