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Kellen Moore Leaves Alvin Kamara’s Saints Future Unclear After Etienne Signing

The coach declined to discuss retirement or roster plans, saying the team will go through its process following Travis Etienne’s $52 million addition.

Overview

  • Asked if Kamara is part of the 2026 plans or considering retirement, Moore offered no commitment and said he has not had those conversations.
  • The Saints reached a four-year, $52 million agreement with Travis Etienne Jr. this week, reshaping the backfield and prompting questions about Kamara’s role.
  • New Orleans recently restructured Kamara’s deal, creating about $8.1 million in 2026 cap relief and giving the team flexibility for a trade or release based on timing.
  • League reporters have discussed scenarios including a trade or retirement, and Kamara has previously said he would rather retire than play for another team.
  • Coming off an MCL injury, Kamara logged career lows in 2025 with 471 rushing yards, 186 receiving yards and one touchdown, and no move has been announced by the Saints.