Alvin Kamara's confidence questioned with arrival of Travis Etienne
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Alvin Kamara's role with the New Orleans Saints is changing as the team signed running back Travis Etienne to a four-year, $48 million contract. This marks a major shift, positioning Kamara as the No. 2 running back for the first time in his career. Saints Hall of Famer Stan Brock voiced concerns about Kamara's mental state amidst this demotion, suggesting that questioning his abilities might affect his performance. Kamara's previous season saw career lows in rushing and receiving yards, and he is set to turn 31 shortly, raising further concerns about his future effectiveness. Kamara's restructured contract ensures he will remain with the Saints for the 2026 season, but Brock emphasized the importance of treating him with respect due to his past contributions to the team.
- •Travis Etienne signed a four-year, $48 million contract with the Saints.
- •Kamara now expected to be the No. 2 RB for the Saints in 2026.
- •Stan Brock highlights potential confidence issues for Kamara.
- •Kamara posted career lows in rushing and receiving yards in 2025.
- •Brock hopes the Saints treat Kamara honorably if a split occurs.
- 12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Saints Legend Worried About Alvin Kamara’s Confidence
"Alvin Kamara's confidence could be in question after the offseason signing of fellow running back Travis Etienne, says Saints Hall of Famer Stan Brock The post Saints Legend Worried About Alvin Kamara’s Confidence appeared first on HEAVY.
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