Cameron Dantzler is again within the information.

Per KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson, the previous Vikings nook is now employed by the New Orleans Saints. At the moment, New Orleans is sitting at a pristine 2-0, largely due to their protection permitting a median of 16 factors per recreation. Dantzler is on the observe squad for Dennis Allen’s group, so he’ll have to show he’s worthy of the 53-man roster to see motion.

Cameron Dantzler and The Subsequent Alternative

At this level, Dantzler is a little bit of a frequent flyer within the PurplePTSD information.

As we’ve discussed previously, the nook did some good issues whereas carrying purple. As a rookie, Dantzler confirmed promise. He made the NFL All-Rookie Group following a 12 months that had some ups and downs however strong stats — and positively some affect performs.

In 11 video games and 10 begins, Dantzler had 601 snaps. He had 46 tackles, 2 interceptions, 1 pressured fumble, and 4 PDs. He even kicked in a fumble restoration and three TFLs. The extra superior evaluation on PFF was encouraging since he completed with a rock-solid 70.9 grade.

As a sophomore, Dantzler continued to indicate loads of potential. A modest 54.1% of passes into his protection went for completions. He held receivers to simply 8.7 yards per reception and QBs had only a 74.7 passer ranking when going after him. Even PFF joined the enjoyable, slotting Dantzler in with a commendable 73.8 grade.

Final 12 months, Dantzler couldn’t match these promising numbers. However, to make certain, he wasn’t alone. The total Vikings protection underperformed, and quite a lot of followers and analysts are pinning a superb portion of the blame on Ed Donatell. Dantzler allowed 77.4% of passes into his protection to be accomplished whereas permitting a 111.1 passer ranking. His PFF grade sunk right down to 63.1.

Following his exit from Minnesota, Dantzler has bounced across the NFL. In 2023 alone, the previous Third-round choice has been employed in Washington, Buffalo, and Houston. And, in fact, Minnesota alongside New Orleans. Clearly, groups are intrigued by the expertise he gives and but there’s additionally an lack of ability for him to stay round a group for very lengthy.

The highest nook in New Orleans is Marshon Lattimore. He isn’t going anyplace, not less than relating to the CB1 job for the Saints. Supporting the lengthy and robust nook are Isaac Yiadom, Alontae Taylor, Lonnie Johnson Jr., and Paulson Adebo. And, for no matter it’s value, the Saints boast high-end expertise at different spots on their protection, comparable to Cameron Jordan at edge rusher and Demario Davis at linebacker.

The Saints and Vikings are scheduled to play in Week 10. Allen’s Saints will journey to Minnesota for a 12 p.m. recreation at U.S. Financial institution Stadium. Lots of the main target main as much as the competition will probably be about Kirk Cousins going towards Derek Carr and but the Dantzler addition in New Orleans is one thing to maintain at the back of your thoughts. Seeing Justin Jefferson throughout from Dantzler can be a welcome sight for Kevin O’Connell.

Cameron Dantzler will reunite with former Viking Ryan Connelly in New Orleans.

Editor’s Be aware: Data from Pro Football Reference and PFF helped with this piece.

Okay. Joudry is the Senior Editor for Vikings Territory and PurplePTSD. He has been overlaying the Vikings full time for the reason that summer season of 2021. He will be discovered on Twitter and as a co-host for Notes from the North, a humble Vikings podcast.