NegativeRoleWed, July 15, 2026
Kamara takes secondary role in Saints backfield behind Travis Etienne Jr.
Alvin KamaraRBNO
Kamara restructured his contract with the Saints to remain in New Orleans for his 10th season, receiving a $6M base salary with incentives up to $8.5M for 2026. He will play a secondary and specialist role in a 1-2 RB tandem with newly signed Travis Etienne Jr., who projects as the lead back. Kamara's production and efficiency have declined as he approaches age 31, but he remains an integral part of the offense.
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Kamara will share the backfield next season with former Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr., who signed a four-year $52 million deal with New Orleans as a free agent. Etienne projects as the lead back for the Saints, allowing Kamara to play a secondary and specialist role in his 10th NFL season.
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