Alvin Kamara limited to five touches in week 5 against Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 9:08 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

In Week 5, New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara struggled against the Minnesota Vikings, finishing with three carries for 12 yards and two receptions for a loss of six yards. His performance mirrored a lackluster outing for the entire Saints offense. Kendre Miller provided some positive production, scoring a touchdown while averaging 3.0 yards per carry. Kamara's limited touches raise concerns about his role moving forward, especially as the Saints look for improvement.
- •Alvin Kamara ran three times for 12 yards on October 8.
- •He caught two passes but lost six yards against the Vikings.
- •Kendre Miller scored a touchdown for the Saints.
- •The Saints offense struggled overall during the game.
- 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Alvin Kamara limited to five touches
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