Zamir White scores touchdown in debut for Saints against 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:20 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Zamir White scored a touchdown in his first game with the New Orleans Saints after being traded from the San Francisco 49ers. The Saints acquired White in exchange for linebacker Deion Jones to strengthen their backfield, especially with Alvin Kamara and Devin Neal sidelined due to injuries. White rushed for 11 yards during a scoring drive and previously contributed a 27-yard kick return. He is vying for a backup running back position while the team assesses its options heading into the season opener.
- •Zamir White scored a touchdown for the Saints on August 29, 2026.
- •He was traded from the 49ers for linebacker Deion Jones.
- •White rushed for 11 yards on a touchdown drive.
- •He also had a 27-yard kick return earlier in the game.
- •Injuries to Alvin Kamara and Devin Neal increase White's opportunity.
- 2:20 AMYahoo Sports — Former 49ers RB scores touchdown in first game with Saints
"Zamir White is making the most of his opportunities with his new team. He scored a touchdown for the Saints just days after the 49ers traded him.
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