The New Orleans Saints appear to be turning the page on their backfield, and that could mean the end of an era for one of their all-time greats. Alvin Kamara—a five-time Pro Bowl running back and one of the most dynamic playmakers in franchise history—might be on his way out as the team reshuffles its roster.
This offseason, the Saints made a bold statement by signing Travis Etienne Jr. to a four-year, $48 million contract. That move, combined with a crowded depth chart that includes recent draft picks Devin Neal and Kendre Miller, plus Audric Estime and undrafted free agent CJ Donaldson, has created a logjam in the backfield. At 30 years old, Kamara is the oldest of the bunch—and the most likely to be traded.
Despite the uncertainty, Kamara has publicly embraced the idea of sharing carries. Speaking on The Set podcast with former teammate Terron Armstead, he said, "I'm excited to see what we could do together. That's the name of the game—depth. One person can't do it by themselves, so I'm cool with it, man."
But the front office may see things differently. With so many young legs in the room, moving Kamara could free up cap space and give the Saints a chance to build for the future. The challenge? Trading a 30-year-old running back isn't always easy—but Kamara's dual-threat ability as a runner and receiver still makes him an attractive target for contending teams.
Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox recently highlighted two potential landing spots after June 1: the Dallas Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams have shown they're willing to make mid-level trades for the right piece. The Cowboys, who recently locked up Javonte Williams, proved last summer they're not afraid to deal—they landed wide receiver George Pickens from the Steelers. A late-round pick for Kamara could give Dak Prescott a reliable safety valve out of the backfield, adding another layer to an already potent offense.
For the Chiefs, adding a veteran like Kamara would provide Patrick Mahomes with a versatile weapon who can line up anywhere on the field. In a league where running back committees are the norm, Kamara's experience and explosiveness could be the difference-maker for a team eyeing another Super Bowl run.
Whether Kamara stays in New Orleans or heads to a new city, one thing is clear: his next chapter is about to be written—and it could reshape the NFL landscape.
