Alvin Kamara Misses Week 18 Due to Ankle and Knee Injuries
Alvin Kamara, the New Orleans Saints running back, will not participate in the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons due to ankle and knee injuries. This announcement was confirmed by reporter Mike Triplett via Twitter.
Saints Injury Report
Alongside Kamara, several other players have also been ruled out for the season finale:
- WR Chris Olave
- DT Bryan Bresee
- DT Nathan Shepherd
Additionally, four players have been placed on injured reserve (IR), which includes:
- WR Mason Tipton
- TE Jack Stoll
- TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden
- DB Michael Davis
To bolster their lineup, the Saints have promoted three players from the practice squad:
- WR Ronnie Bell
- WR Samori Toure
- OLB Fadil Diggs
Impact on the Saints’ Performance
With Kamara sidelined, Audric Estime is expected to take over as the primary running back. Kamara’s season concludes with a total of 471 rushing yards and just one touchdown.
This setback is significant for the Saints as they prepare for their final match of the season. Kamara’s absence could affect their offensive strategy against the Falcons.
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