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New Orleans, Louisiana \u2013 The New Orleans Saints have made a strategic and forward-thinking move by securing a future agreement with Charles Demmings, the standout cornerback from Stephen F. Austin in the FCS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Charles Demmings is a CB prospect in the 2026 draft class. He scored an unofficial 9.97 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 10 out of 2779 CB from 1987 to 2026.<\/p>\n

Pending agilities and bench, splits projected.https:\/\/t.co\/8Q1ctaQeeI\u00a0pic.twitter.com\/AhQ4QOUpTT<\/p>\n

\u2014 RAS.football (@MathBomb)\u00a0February 27, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Demmings, known for his extraordinary athletic testing numbers, has garnered attention from several NFL teams, with the Saints making a decisive move to add him to their roster.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Charles Demmings (6’1 193) Stephen F. Austin<\/p>\n

+ Hip fluidity
\n+ Good size and length that includes 10 1\/8″ hand size and 32″ arm length
\n+ 9.97 relative athletic score that included a 4.41 40-yard dash with a 42″ vertical jump
\n+ Ball production with 9 career interceptions
\n+ Allowed\u2026\u00a0pic.twitter.com\/zsK8zOr1LZ<\/p>\n

\u2014 Bengals & Brews (@BengalsBrews)\u00a0March 31, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Demmings has been a dominant force in the FCS, setting records at Stephen F. Austin with 35 pass breakups and 9 interceptions over 42 career games. His performance on the field has made him one of the top cornerbacks in the FCS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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However, it was Demmings\u2019 exceptional athletic performance at the NFL Combine that truly set him apart. He ran a 4.41-second 40-yard dash, recorded a 42-inch vertical leap, and achieved an 11-foot broad jump, earning a Relative Athletic Score (RAS) of 9.97, ranking him 10th among all cornerbacks since 1987.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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These numbers demonstrate his elite combination of speed, strength, and explosiveness, which caught the attention of NFL scouts.<\/p>\n

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Demmings’ Notable Achievements<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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9 Interceptions, 35 Pass Breakups<\/strong>: Demmings\u2019 impressive ability to break up passes and intercept the ball made him a key defensive asset at Stephen F. Austin.<\/p>\n

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Elite Athleticism<\/strong>: His 4.41-second 40-yard dash, 42-inch vertical leap, and 11-foot broad jump earned him a 9.97 RAS, showing his remarkable physical traits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis commented on the agreement, expressing confidence in Demmings\u2019 potential. \u201cWe are always looking for top-tier talent to improve our defense, and Demmings has the athleticism and playmaking ability to contribute at the highest level.<\/p>\n

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He\u2019s a perfect fit for our team as we build for the future,\u201d Loomis stated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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With Demmings\u2019 combination of athleticism and playmaking ability, the Saints have made a significant move to bolster their defense for the coming years. His potential to develop into one of the NFL\u2019s premier cornerbacks makes this a promising addition for New Orleans as they continue to build a competitive team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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