Alvin Kamara Reworks $11.5 Million Saints Deal to Stay for 2026
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Updated · ESPN · Jul 15
Alvin Kamara Reworks $11.5 Million Saints Deal to Stay for 2026
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jul 15
Summary
Kamara will remain in New Orleans for the 2026 season after agreeing to a reworked contract, his agent said, ending trade and release speculation that had followed the Saints' offseason moves.
The revision addresses a costly backfield: Kamara had been due up to $11.5 million, while the Saints already committed more than $12 million per year to Travis Etienne Jr. for the first three years of his deal.
Before the rework, New Orleans had $21 million in cap space tied to seven running backs — the NFL's highest total — making Kamara's contract a prime target for adjustment.
Kamara turns 31 before training camp and is coming off career lows of 471 rushing yards, 186 receiving yards and one total touchdown, though he has repeatedly said he wants to retire as a Saint.