Travis Etienne placed on injured reserve, Alvin Kamara to take on bigger role
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The New Orleans Saints announced on October 1 that running back Travis Etienne has been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury sustained in Week 3. This decision means Etienne will miss at least four games, with potential return set for November 8 against the Cleveland Browns. Coach Kellen Moore now turns to veteran Alvin Kamara, who is expected to receive a heavier workload after also recovering from injury. The Saints, currently at 1-2, aim to improve their record in their upcoming divisional matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on October 5.
- •Travis Etienne placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
- •Etienne will miss at least four games, eligible to return November 8.
- •Alvin Kamara expected to take on a larger role in the offense.
- •Saints currently hold a 1-2 record ahead of a divisional matchup.
- •Next game scheduled against the Atlanta Falcons on October 5.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Travis Etienne injury update: New IR status opens door for Alvin Kamara
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Travis Etienne injury update: Saints make tough decision on injured running back
"The Saints are forced to turn to a veteran RB in order to regain stability with their ground game.
"Etienne suffered a hamstring injury in Week 3.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 9:30 PMTravis Etienne injury update: New IR status opens door for Alvin Kamara
The Saints are forced to turn to a veteran RB in order to regain stability with their ground game.
- Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 9:25 PMTravis Etienne injury update: Saints make tough decision on injured running back
Etienne suffered a hamstring injury in Week 3.
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