ANNOUNCEMENT: Alvin Kamara Shocks NFL World, Rejects Historic $575 Million Deal To Join Washington Commanders, Says “MY LOYALTY LIES WITH THE SAINTS
New Orleans Saints fans have another reason to celebrate their connection with Alvin Kamara after the veteran running back once again made it clear that his future remains closely tied to the Black and Gold.
Reports and online speculation surrounding a massive $575 million offer from the Washington Commanders have sparked a wave of reactions across the NFL. However, there is currently no credible report from the NFL, the Saints, the Commanders or Kamara’s representatives confirming that such a $575 million contract offer was actually made.
What is confirmed is that Kamara has repeatedly expressed his desire to remain with New Orleans.
In July 2026, the Saints and Kamara agreed to restructure his contract for the 2026 season. NFL.com reported that the reworked agreement would pay Kamara $6 million for the season, with the opportunity to earn up to $8.5 million through incentives. His agent, Brad Cicala, said Kamara’s goal — and the team’s goal — was for him to remain with the Saints and eventually retire as a Saint. (NFL)
That development was particularly significant because Kamara’s future in New Orleans had appeared uncertain earlier in the offseason.
The Saints had signed running back Travis Etienne to a four-year, $52 million contract, creating questions about how Kamara would fit into the team’s plans. Instead of allowing the situation to force him out, the two sides worked together on a restructured agreement.
Kamara’s relationship with New Orleans goes far beyond a normal player-team connection.
Since being selected by the Saints in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft, Kamara has spent his entire NFL career in New Orleans. He has become one of the most productive players in franchise history and, according to the Saints, entered the 2026 season as the franchise’s all-time leader in rushing yards, yards from scrimmage, rushing touchdowns and total touchdowns. (New Orleans Saints)
His loyalty has also been documented directly.
In July, Kamara explained that loyalty was something deeply instilled in him through his family and upbringing. He said staying in New Orleans meant a lot to him and emphasized that he had a different type of loyalty because of how he was raised. (New Orleans Saints)
Those comments help explain why the idea of Kamara leaving New Orleans continues to generate so much attention.
For Saints supporters, Kamara represents more than statistics. He is one of the defining players of the post-Drew Brees era and one of the few remaining stars who connects the franchise’s recent history with its current generation.
Even when questions surrounding his roster status emerged, Kamara continued talking positively about the Saints. He has also welcomed the addition of Etienne, describing the new running-back partnership as an opportunity to give New Orleans more depth and versatility in the backfield. (NFL)
Head coach Kellen Moore has similarly indicated that there is room for both backs in the offense. Moore previously described having Kamara and Etienne together as a potentially “great situation” for the Saints. (NFL)
Now, with the 2026 season underway, Kamara remains in New Orleans.
The Saints opened the regular season against the Detroit Lions on September 13, 2026, before preparing for their Week 2 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. (New Orleans Saints)
Whether or not the reported $575 million figure circulating online has any basis in reality, the central story surrounding Kamara is much clearer: he has repeatedly made his desire to remain a Saint known.
And for a player who has spent nearly a decade wearing the fleur-de-lis, that loyalty is something Saints fans clearly appreciate.
For now, Alvin Kamara remains a member of the New Orleans Saints — and the Black and Gold faithful will be watching closely to see how the next chapter of his remarkable career unfolds.
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