Alvin Kamara appears to have avoided the worst after leaving Tuesday’s Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em joint practice between the Cowboys and Saints with a knee injury. According to the report, the veteran running back did not suffer a major injury and does not have torn ligaments, but he is expected to be out for a few weeks.
What it means for the Saints
That is still a significant setback for the Saints, even if it is not the kind of injury that ends Kamara’s season. He has been one of the most productive backs of his era, and the team will now have to adjust while he recovers.
Kamara entered the league as a third-round pick in 2017 and has built a long track record of production over nine seasons. In that span, he has collected 12,198 yards from scrimmage and 86 total touchdowns, while earning five Pro Bowl selections.
The report also notes that Kamara had reworked his deal with the Saints to remain on the team, which only adds to the importance of his availability. For now, the immediate concern is his recovery timeline rather than a long-term absence.
Next up
The Saints will have to make do without Kamara for a stretch, and Travis Etienne is the backup listed in the report after arriving via free agency from the Jaguars. Even with Kamara avoiding major damage, the next few weeks will give New Orleans a clearer look at how it handles the backfield without its most established playmaker.
