NEW ORLEANS — That must be painful. The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly acquiring a free agent who the New Orleans Saints would have loved to have retained at the facility. According to AJ Vaynerchuk, co-founder of VaynerSports, the 49ers have a contract with the developing cover corner that will send him to the Bay. In 2023, Yiadom was a shining example of the Saints’ most potent unit—the secondary. Jonnu Smith (81), a tight end with the Atlanta Falcons, rushes New Orleans Saints cornerback Isaac Yiadom (27).Jan. 7, 2024, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA: In the first half of the game at Caesars Superdome, Atlanta Falcons tight end Jonnu Smith (81), of the Atlanta Falcons, rushes New Orleans Saints cornerback Isaac Yiadom (27). Required Credit: USA TODAY Sports’ Stephen Lew January 7, 2024, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, semi-final; tight end, Atlanta Falcons Against New Orleans Saints cornerback Isaac Yiadom (#27), Jonnu Smith (#81) rushes during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Essential Reference: Stephen Lew, USA TODAY Sports Earlier this week, he also met with the Washington Commanders. It was then reported that the seventh-year defender was being considered by a number of teams. According to Pro Football Focus, he topped the league in forced incompletion percentage among eligible cornerbacks with 14 pass breakups. Additionally, he played a crucial role in the team’s ability to deal with the loss of standout corner Marshon Lattimore, whose season was cut short by injury. The future of Lattimore and the Saints’ core of defensive backs will now be the center of public attention. Yiadom and defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. were let go after they agreed to a one-year contract with the Houston Texans. Both made significant contributions to special teams as well. It was also expected that the Saints would release starting safety Marcus Maye. With such modifications, the secondary for the Saints might appear very different in 2024, particularly if the team decides to move Lattimore. Paulson Adebo and Alontae Taylor, two starting-caliber corners, are waiting in the wings to provide at least a base from which to develop. However, it begs the question of whether it is the best move to increase demand in the area where the squad excelled last season. Yiadom may seem to some like a defeat that is surmountable. Which, if the departures stop arriving, is not inaccurate. His progress remains unabated under defensive backs coach Marcus Robertson, though. From being a valuable member of the special teams, he now has the chance to earn a starting position in San Francisco. There is a great glow up. But the doubts are getting stronger for the Saints. In actuality, though, the free agency period lasts for far longer than four days. It may be crucial how they react to these setbacks.
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