Saints evaluate Alvin Kamara's future ahead of minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:52 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are approaching mandatory minicamp with uncertainty surrounding running back Alvin Kamara. He showed up unexpectedly during the second week of OTAs but was absent for the third week. The Saints signed Travis Etienne from the Jaguars, who is expected to be the starting running back. Kamara's future could hinge on how he is utilized in upcoming practices, as coach Kellen Moore believes there are enough snaps for both players. The next few days may clarify Kamara's role or potential trade status.
- •Saints approach mandatory minicamp next week.
- •Kamara attended the second week of OTAs but missed the third.
- •Travis Etienne is set to be the RB1 for the Saints.
- •Kellen Moore expects to utilize both Kamara and Etienne.
- •Future clarity on Kamara's status may come in the next days.
- 11:52 AMYahoo Sports — Saints' next Alvin Kamara step could reveal full plans
"New Orleans is getting a little closer to decision time with the veteran RB.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 1:21 PMBen Johnson discusses 'motivated' Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo
- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 11:55 AM90 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 90 jersey
- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 11:25 AMJaguars roster breakdown: Who's a lock, on the bubble at running back?
- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 11:24 AMBears reportedly workout former Browns, UFL standout
- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 11:11 AMJaguars roster: Why coaches believe Montaric Brown can make another jump
- NFL•Jun 15, 2026, 11:01 AMChiefs DL Chris Jones' message to EA SPORTS ahead of Madden NFL 27
