New Orleans Saints have extended Alvin Kamara to a two-year $24.5 million extension.
In the first year behind new Offense Coordinator Klint Kubiak the Saints running back Alvin Kamara is currently the RB2 on the season. With that production he is rewarded we a two-year extension worth $24.5 million and is signed through the 2026 season. With this extension it ends any rumors out there of a possible trade involving Kamara.
For fantasy Kamara continues to be a must start each week! He is leading the league in reception and targets for running backs. He continues to shine in this offense. This extension does hurt Kendre Miller value for dynasty, as well as for redrafts the rest of this year and the furture.
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New Orleans Saints Taysom Hill is out but running back Alvin Kamara and wide receiver Rashid Shaheed are good to go.
Jack of all trades Taysom Hill is going to miss back-to-back weeks due to rib injury. This will also be the third game he has missed this season. This is major blow to the Saints in which they are starting Spencer Rattler this week due to Derek Carr being out as well. Hill could have been used in a wildcat formation or even on trick play too.
The Saints will however have starting running back Alvin Kamara and wide receiver Rashid Shaheed. They got taken off of the injury report on Friday. Look for the Saints to lean heavily on Kamara this week as they have rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler starting. Kamara is a must start this week since he will be used as a workhorse. Shaheed can be a streamer this week if needing someone to fill in due to injuries or byes.
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The New Orleans Saints trounce their division rival 47-10 in week 1.
The New Orleans Saints pulled ahead in the NFC South division race by defeating their division rival Carolina Panthers 47-10. Derek Carr and the Klint Kubiak offense get off to a hot start.
Rashid Shaheed was the star receiver of the day with 3 receptions for 73 yards receiving and a touchdown. Alvin Kamara had 83 rushing yards and a touchdown to go along with 5 receptions for 27 yards receiving.
Bryce Young had a putrid 43.3% completion percentage, 161 passing yards, and 0 touchdowns. Diontae Johnson had 2 receptions for 19 yards. There aren’t enough Bojangles biscuits to be served that will help Panther fans recover from the week 1 disappointment.
The Saints will face a big test in week 2 traveling to face the Dallas Cowboys while the Panthers nightmare will continue in Charlotte versus the Los Angeles Chargers.
Saints veteran running back Alvin Kamara left Saints practice with a back injury today.
Saints star running back Alvin Kamara left Saints practice today with tightness in his back. The severity remains unclear, but does not sound too serious at the moment.
The Saints will be wise to ease the wily veteran into the season as health and stability behind Kamara has been an issue each of the last 2 seasons. Teammate Kendre Miller has been living in the training room both last year and leading into the current season.
Alvin Kamara at age 29 is a back who will provide extra value in PPR leagues. The ‘PPR scam’ that has been a popularized phrase in fantasy football nomenclature is an apt description for what fantasy gamers can expect in 2024. Kamara had 75 receptions which was second at the running back position in 2023. Going at the 6-7 turn on UnderDog, Alvin Kamara is an easy click even in half PPR leagues.
With Kendre Miller out, Jordan Mims is making good impressions in training camp.
Saints ESPN reporter Katherine Terrell reports that there is a significant change in how the Saints backfield is playing out when Alvin Kamara is not in the practice rotation. On UnderDog, Jordan Mims currently has a round 18 ADP.
While Jordan Mims may not light the fantasy football world on fire, it is noteworthy that Mims is making a name for himself by increasing his chances of making the team with quality play. Saints head coach Dennis Allen is sharply critical of his players publicly, but within the bearish sentiments Allen has there lies openings via the merit of playing well during training camp.
Dennis Allen recently came down on Mims’ backfield mate Kendre Miller due to a lack of availability and living in the training room from injuries and ailments. While Jordan Mims is not threat to Alvin Kamara, keep an eye on further training camp reports throughout August as Jordan Mims competes with Kendre Miller and veteran Jamaal Williams. A lengthier absence from Kendre Miller and a lack of the Saints bringing in a new running back to compete will be a signal boost for Jordan Mims. Be on the lookout for both scenarios as the pre-season unfolds.
Saints RB Alvin Kamara reports to Saints camp, still in search of new deal.
Alvin Kamara has reported to training camp with New Orleans, but is still in search of a new deal. The 29 year old running back has been one of the most prolific pass catching running backs of the century, but is on the final year of his second contract with the team. Having previously left minicamp due to this status, Kamara has reported to training camp. It remains to be seen as to whether he will “hold-in” or participate in practices.
Kamara remains one of the most reliable backs in any PPR format. He remains a value because of his role as the lead back in what was a top ten scoring offense in 2023 that should receive a bump due to the hiring of Clink Kubiak. Keep a close eye on his participation level as training camp progresses.
