Alvin Kamara

As confirmed by his agent, New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara's holdout on the final day of the team's minicamp practices was a contract-related move.

Fantasy Impact

Kamara is subject to a fine as a result of his holdout; the veteran RB showed up for the start of practice but left after the walkthrough portion. Kamara has not missed any of the team's mandatory offseason activities, but this move was intentional as he seeks long-term stability. After the 2024 season, Kamara will effectively be a free agent, with his contract treating 2025 as "essentially a dummy year," per Kevin Patra of NFL.com. The Saints and Kamara have been in discussion on an extension but have seen no progress, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. The Saints will have RBs Jamaal Williams and Kendre Miller available if the holdout lasts any longer.

Alvin Kamara said he sees "a lot of opportunity" in Klint Kubiak's offense.

Fantasy Impact

Kamara got his first action of the new offense during minicamp after missing out on voluntary OTAs. “You know what you’re doing, why you’re doing it and when you’re doing it," Kamara said. "There’s a lot going on. There’s a lot of movement. There’s a lot of opportunity for you to make a play when your number is called." Kubiak came to New Orleans from San Francisco. Kamara will look to bounce back after a down season last year to his standards.

Alvin Kamara was at the Saints facility for minicamp on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kamara returns to the team after he was sidelined from OTAs.

Alvin Kamara was absent from practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kamara was also absent from OTAs two weeks ago. It remains a situation to monitor, but it's not a situation to be too concerned about right now.

Alvin Kamara was not present for the first day of OTAs on Tuesday. Head coach Dennis Allen is aware of why Kamara did not attend, but did not elaborate.

Fantasy Impact

Kamara was one of twelve players that didn't attend OTAs, but at this point, it should be of no concern. The 28-year-old running back looks to continue to be a PPR monster entering the 2024 NFL season.