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Alvin Kamara returned to the Saints’ facility for OTAs, showing up for practice but limiting his activity; the day featured split QB reps (Shough, Wilson, Rattler), Jonas Sanker continuing to lead the STAR/slot role, Easton Kilty challenging for the backup center position, and additional notes on kick/punt drills and player attendance.
Saints running back Alvin Kamara was present at the team’s voluntary organized team activities, marking a notable offseason moment after earlier comments suggesting his future with New Orleans was uncertain. Coach Kellen Moore said it was good to see him and to spend time discussing his status.
Saints running back Alvin Kamara, who skipped voluntary workouts, attended the team’s OTA practice and reiterated there’s no bad blood with the Saints. He said he plans to train and be ready, while the Saints’ future with him remains undecided as head coach Kellen Moore suggested Kamara could fit offensively and the team moves forward.
Saints running back Alvin Kamara reported for OTA as head coach Kellen Moore said Kamara can fit well in the offense, with contract talks still unresolved. Moore noted Kamara’s return while navigating roster construction alongside additions like Travis Etienne, after Kamara posted 471 rushing yards and 33 receptions for 186 yards in 11 games in 2025.
On the Saints’ first open OTA day, Tyler Shough locked in as QB1 by going 10-of-12 in 7-on-7 and distributing passes to seven different receivers, while rookie Jordyn Tyson was limited to individual drills. Spencer Rattler also worked, and Jonas Sanker led the early slot rotation. A Rath-led lineman reaction drill added a competitive element, and Mason Shipley competed at kicker as kicking battles begin. Several veterans were absent or limited, contract talks with Chris Olave continued toward training camp, and New Orleans plans joint practices with three preseason opponents while focusing on early-down installs and center depth behind Erik McCoy with rookies Simpkins III and Sherman in the mix.
Alvin Kamara, whose future with the Saints is in doubt due to a $10.5 million cap hit in the final year of his contract and a likely post-June 1 release, appeared with the Savannah Bananas at Neyland Stadium where he faked a hamstring injury and energized the crowd with a dance-off, as the moment sparked ongoing questions about how he fits with New Orleans.
Saints GM Mickey Loomis said there is a contract offer on the table for Cam Jordan as the team weighs a 16th season for the defensive end, but Jordan has not signed yet, suggesting he’s weighing his options; there is no offer out to Taysom Hill, whose late-2025 remarks hinted his Saints future may be uncertain.
Eric Edholm’s analysis of the 2026 NFL schedule highlights winners (Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs with extra rehab time and a favorable early slate, plus the Jets’ Aaron Glenn, the Packers, the Eagles, and the Saints) and losers (San Francisco 49ers with a tough post–Mexico stretch, Bears coach Ben Johnson facing numerous short weeks, the Dolphins with a brutal late-season schedule, and Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur in a challenging NFC West start), emphasizing how travel, rest, and primetime games shape which teams and coaches may thrive next season.
The NFL is set to host its first regular-season game in France this season, with the Pittsburgh Steelers squaring off against the New Orleans Saints in Paris on October 25, according to multiple reports and confirmation from Mary Kay Cabot. Nine international games are on the schedule this year, including Paris, London, Madrid, Melbourne, and more, as the league eyes expanding international play from the current 10 games under the CBA to as many as 16 in the future.
The New Orleans Saints signed wide receiver Brock Rechsteiner to their roster after a rookie minicamp tryout. The 6-2, 225-pound WR from Jacksonville State posted 53 receptions for 629 yards and seven touchdowns in his college career (including a 35-383-5 line in 2025). New Orleans also placed Nick Saldiveri on Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform.
The New Orleans Saints signed seven members of their 2026 NFL Draft class to four-year rookie contracts ahead of rookie minicamp, including first-round pick Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State) and other selections Oscar Delp (TE), Jeremiah Wright (G), Bryce Lance (WR), Lorenzo Styles Jr. (S), Barion Brown (WR/RS) and TJ Hall (CB).
Alvin Kamara said on Terron Armstead’s podcast that he’s happy the Saints signed Travis Etienne to a four-year, $52 million deal, stressing that a team can’t rely on one back and he’s excited to team with Etienne. Kamara’s contract was tweaked earlier in the offseason, leaving open the possibility of a pay cut to stay in New Orleans, where he’s projected to count $10.45 million against the salary cap this year. He’s watched Etienne’s play in Jacksonville and hinted at a productive tandem backfield with Etienne and the Saints, echoing the Kamara/Ingram duo from 2017–18.
New Orleans used eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft to add speed and playmakers, including Jordyn Tyson, Bryce Lance, Barion Brown at WR, Oscar Delp at TE, Jeremiah Wright on the line, and Lorenzo Styles Jr. at safety, plus a veteran edge in Tyree Wilson acquired via a draft-day trade; they avoided trading up and signal a plan to build around QB Tyler Shough while relying on in-house options for the secondary.
Saints first-round WR Jordyn Tyson says teaming with Chris Olave will ease pressure on both and create a dangerous one-two threat for defenses; Tyson likens himself to Olave, is eager to prove himself, and looks forward to playing with quarterback Tyler Shough as New Orleans hopes to build on a late-season offensive upswing.
Daniel Jeremiah's final 2026 NFL mock draft envisions four trades, including a Saints–Cardinals swap to move New Orleans up to No. 3 to select Ohio State LB/Edge Arvell Reese. The piece then outlines all 32 picks across the board, highlighting a mix of QB, OT and playmaker targets, and notes live Round 1 coverage.