The New Orleans Saints are mired in a dismal 1-4 start to the 2025-26 NFL season, their lone victory being a coming against the New York Giants in Week 5. Losses Cardinals in Week 1, the 49ers in Week 2, the Seahawks in Week 3, and the Bills in Week 4, pushing them to a 0-4 four start, putting their new head coach Kellen Moore under fire and a lot of pressure, ahead of the November 5 trade deadline, potentially shedding veterans for draft capital to accelerate a rebuild.
Alvin Kamara, the Saints’ 9th year running back, has been a bright spot in this gloomy start, though his production has dipped from past few seasons. Through five games, the 30-year old has rushed 73 times for 283 yards and a touchdown, averaging 3.9 yards per carry. As a receiver, he’s hauled in 17-21 targets for 77 yards with no scores, posting a catch percentage of 81.0 but just 15.4 yards per game. Overall, Kamara’s tallied 360 scrimmage yards on 90 touches, with one fumble putting stain on his efforts. Despite the modest numbers, his dual-threat reliability remains a cornerstone for a struggling run game.
Given their horrible position, the Saints are viewed as prime sellers before the deadline, but not every asset is available. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that multiple teams inquired about acquiring Kamara, the five-time Pro Bowler locked in through 2026 on a $24.5 million extension signed last offseason.
Yet, New Orleans said no. Kamara told GM Mickey Loomis he wants to stay with the only team he’s played for in nine years.
#Saints RB Alvin Kamara has been the subject of trade calls, but his stance was made clear — He doesn’t want to go anywhere.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 11, 2025
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With three weeks until the trade deadline, playoff teams might offer better deals for Kamara’s veteran skills. Rapoport also noted interest in wide receiver Rashid Shaheed and defensive end Carl Granderson. GM Loomis faces tough choices, and it’s either; trade players for future assets or keep fan favorites like Kamara as the Saints‘ season slips further away from them.
Saints RB Alvin Kamara is not expected to be traded, per @RapSheet
— SleeperNFL (@SleeperNFL) October 11, 2025
GM Mickey Loomis brought up the trade interest to Kamara and was informed Kamara’s preference was to stay in New Orleans. pic.twitter.com/PfQJSmZtVg
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