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Alvin Kamara Set to Return for Saints in Week 2

Kellen Moore says Kamara completed a full week of practice, signaling a likely activation that will change New Orleans’ passing‑down plans.

Overview

  • Kamara practiced fully this week and coach Kellen Moore said he is “in a great place,” with multiple outlets reporting he is likely to be active for Sunday’s game in Baltimore.
  • Kamara missed the opener after spraining his MCL in a joint practice on Aug. 18 and was held out of Week 1 while the team waited for a full week of work.
  • The veteran’s return is expected to put him on passing downs and cut into Travis Etienne’s targets in the short passing game.
  • New Orleans lost 31-30 in overtime to Detroit in Week 1, a result that increases the incentive to reintegrate Kamara to boost offensive playmaking.
  • Kamara had 657 yards from scrimmage in 11 games last season, and his presence will force opponents to respect both his receiving skills and one‑cut running style, which could open opportunities for other Saints players.