The New Orleans Saints' star running back Alvin Kamara has been at the center of trade speculation since the team signed Travis Etienne Jr. to a major contract, making him the new starter. As rumors intensify, the Buffalo Bills have emerged as a potential landing spot for the veteran back.
Interest in Alvin Kamara
In recent weeks, several teams have been linked to Kamara, though the Saints have not yet acted on a trade. According to NFL insiders, the Buffalo Bills appear to be closely monitoring Kamara's situation ahead of the new season.
Insider Analysis
Fox Sports’ Greg Auman noted, "They've moved on from key veterans from those final Drew Brees playoff teams in the last year, and Kamara makes sense as the next one to go." Auman added, "Kamara has maintained that he wants to finish his career with the Saints, so the threat of him retiring rather than reporting to a new team might lessen what the Saints can get. POTENTIAL LANDING SPOT: Buffalo Bills, where former longtime Saints offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael is now the offensive coordinator."
Contract and Cap Implications
Trading Kamara would save the Saints $10.44 million in 2026 cap space, while incurring $1.82 million in dead cap. For the Bills, acquiring Kamara would be relatively affordable, as his $10.44 million base salary fits within their cap. Kamara would provide quarterback Josh Allen with an elite pass-catching weapon to bolster a Super Bowl push.
The trade likelihood is considered moderate, driven by Etienne's arrival and Kamara's backup price tag. Projected return is late-round draft capital, possibly a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Impact on Teams
For the Saints, trading Kamara clears cap space but loses an impactful player as Etienne takes over. For the Bills, adding Kamara could be the final piece for a championship run.
