Saints Spark Trade Rumors Around RB Alvin Kamara

Signing of Travis Etienne raises questions about Kamara's future in New Orleans

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The New Orleans Saints' signing of former Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne has sparked trade rumors around long-time Saints running back Alvin Kamara. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that teams around the league are tracking the situation and wondering if the Saints would be willing to trade Kamara. Kamara has previously stated he would rather retire than play for another team, but the Etienne signing may have changed that stance.

Why it matters

Kamara is a talented and productive running back who could significantly boost the offense of any team that acquires him. Several teams, including the Washington Commanders, Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, and Seattle Seahawks, could have interest in trading for Kamara if the Saints make him available.

The details

The Saints signed Etienne, a former first-round pick, in free agency on Monday. This move was seen as an interesting one since the Saints already had Kamara under contract. Kamara was the subject of trade rumors last season but ultimately remained with the Saints. The team had restructured Kamara's contract, which seemed to indicate he would stay in New Orleans. However, the Etienne signing has now raised questions about Kamara's future with the team.

  • The Saints signed Travis Etienne in free agency on Monday, March 10, 2026.
  • Alvin Kamara was the subject of trade rumors last season, in 2025.

The players

Alvin Kamara

A veteran running back who has spent his entire NFL career with the New Orleans Saints. Kamara is a talented and productive player but has stated in the past that he would rather retire than play for another team.

Travis Etienne

A former first-round draft pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Etienne signed with the New Orleans Saints in free agency on Monday.

Adam Schefter

A prominent NFL reporter for ESPN who reported that teams around the league are tracking the Kamara situation and wondering if the Saints would be willing to trade him.

Sean Payton

The former head coach of the New Orleans Saints, who has a connection to Alvin Kamara that could lead the Denver Broncos to have interest in trading for him.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“With the Saints reaching agreement today with RB Travis Etienne, there now are questions around the league about whether RB Alvin Kamara will be moving on from New Orleans and whether the Saints would be willing trade him. Teams are tracking and wondering about it.”

— Adam Schefter, NFL Reporter (ESPN)

What’s next

The Saints will need to decide if they are willing to trade Alvin Kamara, and if so, which teams might have the most interest in acquiring him. Kamara's stance on playing for another team will also be a key factor in determining his future.

The takeaway

The Saints' signing of Travis Etienne has created uncertainty around the future of veteran running back Alvin Kamara in New Orleans. Several teams around the league are reportedly interested in potentially trading for Kamara, but his previous stance on only playing for the Saints could complicate any potential deal.