In a statement, he expressed his motivation behind the change, saying, “Time to make my own image and prevent unfair judgments. If you don’t know me as a person, I won’t engage unless addressed.” The Saints drafted him from the University of Florida in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL draft. During his rookie season, he played in all 16 games and tallied 49 tackles, eight passes defended, one interception, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery.
