Today, Mickey Loomis, Executive Vice President/General Manager of the New Orleans Saints, announced the signing of defensive back Shemar Jean-Charles to a one-year deal. Standing at 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 184 pounds,
Jean-Charles, pronounced “John Charles,” was initially drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round (178th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft. He has since played in 28 regular season games for the Packers (2021-22), San Francisco 49ers (2023), and Saints (2023), contributing three solo tackles and 12 special teams tackles. During the 2023 season, the native of Miramar, Florida, appeared in five games for the 49ers and three for the Saints, recording one solo tackle and three special teams tackles with San Francisco. At Appalachian State,
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Jean-Charles showcased his skills in 50 games with 25 starts, tallying 97 tackles, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles. His standout senior year in 2020 saw him start 12 games, amassing 37 tackles, one forced fumble, and one interception, earning him first-team All-Sun Belt honors and recognition as Sun Belt Player of the Year by Pro Football Focus.
