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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1HOU
Win, 30-28
---97-772-----23.90
2@LA
Loss, 9-27
---45-115-----7.00
3@SEA
Win, 33-27
---6919921----37.10
4DAL
Win, 12-10
---69-320-----11.90
5TB
Win, 31-24
13--62-642-----16.92
6@JAX
Win, 13-6
---31-735-----13.60
7@CHI
Win, 36-25
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8ARI
Win, 31-9
------------0.00
9Bye  ------------0.00
10ATL
Loss, 9-26
---24-850-----15.40
11@TB
Win, 34-17
---75-1047-----22.20
12CAR
Win, 34-31
---54-948-----19.20
13@ATL
Win, 26-18
---61-423-----12.40
14SF
Loss, 46-48
---25-418----16.30
15IND
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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16@TEN
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
------------0.00
17@CAR
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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2019 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1HOU,
W 30-28
97-72--23.90
2@LA,
L 9-27
45-15--7.00
3@SEA,
W 33-27
691921-37.10
4DAL,
W 12-10
69-20--11.90
5TB,
W 31-24
62-42--16.92
6@JAX,
W 13-6
31-35--13.60
7@CHI,
W 36-25
-----0.00
8ARI,
W 31-9
-----0.00
9Bye-----0.00
10ATL,
L 9-26
24-50--15.40
11@TB,
W 34-17
75-47--22.20
12CAR,
W 34-31
54-48--19.20
13@ATL,
W 26-18
61-23--12.40
14SF,
L 46-48
25-18-16.30
15IND,
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@TEN,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
17@CAR,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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  • Season-low output in shootout

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 25 yards, adding four receptions for 18 yards in the Saints' 48-46 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Kamara couldn't get much going in Sunday's close loss, accounting for his lowest output from scrimmage all season. The third-year back added to his eight-game streak of scoreless performances dating to Week 3, and his stats during that span have been concerning. Over his last eight contests, Kamara has averaged just 85.5 yards from scrimmage per game, though his 6.4 receptions per contest have buoyed some otherwise lackluster efforts in PPR formats. He can't be benched given his immense upside,…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 84 yards in win

    Kamara rushed 11 times for 61 yards and brought in four of eight targets for 23 yards in the Saints' 26-18 win over the Falcons on Thursday.

    Analysis: Though Kamara's scrimmage yards were respectable, it was a disappointing performance for the third-year back. He snagged just four passes after averaging nine receptions across his last three contests, though his lack of involvement in the passing game was likely due to Drew Brees' struggles. Kamara continues to provide fantasy owners with useful stat lines, though it's concerning that he hasn't scored since Week 3. He'll try to buck that trend in a crucial Week 14 home matchup with the surging…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Delivers in passing game

    Kamara ran for 54 yards on 11 carries and caught all nine of his targets for 48 yards during Sunday's 34-31 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Those who selected Kamara over Christian McCaffrey in fantasy drafts this past summer are still kicking themselves. Though the third-year back hasn't been quite as dominant as his NFC South counterpart through 12 weeks of the 2019 campaign, Kamara continues to churn out excellent fantasy performances by virtue of his pass-catching acumen. Kamara has not exceeded 75 rushing yards in any game since accounting for 97 yards in the season opener against Houston, but he's averaged an amazing eight…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Compiles 122 total yards in win

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 75 yards, secured all 10 targets for 47 yards and returned three kickoffs for 32 yards in the Saints' 34-17 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also fumbled once, but it was recovered by the offense.

    Analysis: Kamara paced the Saints in receptions while checking in second to Michael Thomas in both receiving yardage and targets. The versatile back also out-carried backup Latavius Murray by a 13-10 margin, and game script likely led to the latter seeing as many totes as he did. Sunday marked Kamara's first game with double-digit rushing touches since Week 6, with the third-year back's two-game absence due to knee and ankle injuries factored in. Kamara will look to continue building his numbers in a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receiving output salvages day

    Kamara ran for 24 yards on four carries and corralled eight of 10 targets for 50 receiving yards during Sunday's 26-9 loss to Atlanta.

    Analysis: The ground attack was practically nonexistent for New Orleans in Week 10, as Kamara and Latavius Murray combined for just 36 yards on nine attempts against a Falcons defense that had conceded more than 150 team rushing yards to Seattle during its last game Oct. 27. Kamara was able to compile double-digit targets for the second time this season, but the continued lack of rushing production is perplexing, as he has not exceeded 70 rushing yards since Week 1 and possesses just one score on the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full health

    Kamara (knee/ankle) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: Shortly after Kamara told Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune that he's "ready to play" Sunday against the Falcons, the Saints revealed he upgraded from limited participation Wednesday to all activity one day later. With his knee and ankle injuries in the rearview mirror, Kamara can turn his focus to an Atlanta defense that has allowed 128.9 yards from scrimmage per game and nine touchdowns to running backs in eight contests this season.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Positive outlook for Week 10

    Kamara (ankle) is expected to be ready to play Week 10 against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Kamara received commendations for the quality of his practice session Wednesday, per Mike Triplett of ESPN.com, though the running back was officially listed as a limited participant. That's been the case on multiple occasions in past weeks, and Kamara ended up not suiting up, but it's looking like this week could be different. After two absences and a bye week, Kamara will face an Atlanta defense that's giving up 3.9 YPC to opposing running backs.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited following bye week

    Kamara (knee/ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara was limited on the two injury reports prior to logging his second straight absence in the Saints' last contest Week 8 against the Cardinals. While his current standing doesn't appear to indicate he's progressing in his recovery from his injuries, he'll have two more chances to prove his health this week. Latavius Murray is on hand in the event Kamara requires another game off Sunday versus the Falcons.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined again Sunday

    Kamara (ankle/knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: With a Week 9 bye up next, the Saints can play it safe with Kamara and his pair of health concerns with the second half of the campaign in mind. Kamara again will yield lead-back duties to Latavius Murray, who went off for 150 yards from scrimmage and two rushing TDs on 32 touches last Sunday in Chicago.

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending down for Sunday

    Kamara (ankle) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Cardinals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Kamara received the questionable tag after practicing in a limited fashion Thursday and Friday, but it looks as though he'll miss his second straight game. Latavius Murray lines up for another sizable workload -- he had 27 carries last week -- assuming Kamara is ultimately inactive. QB Drew Brees (thumb) was also listed as questionable but is set to start after missing the last five games.

    Published: Sat, Oct 26 at 9:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Kamara (ankle/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

    Analysis: Kamara's limited practice participation Thursday and Friday gives him a realistic shot to play, though he may come down to a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Latavius Murray would be in line for another massive workload if Kamara is declared inactive for a second straight week. Meanwhile, Drew Brees (thumb) also is listed as questionable, and tight end Jared Cook (ankle) has been ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing again Friday

    Kamara (ankle/knee) participated in the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant, giving him a shot to suit up for Sunday's game against Arizona. It remains to be seen how the Saints will list the star running back on their final injury report Friday afternoon.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to limited practice

    Kamara (ankle/knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Per Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune, Kamara kicked off the session without a brace or sleeve on the affected knee. Later in the part of practice open to the media, Kamara hauled in a pass from Drew Brees (thumb), according to Katherine Terrell of The Athletic. The activity was enough for Kamara to upgrade from Wednesday's DNP label, but he likely still has to make more progress to get the all-clear for game action. Friday's injury report will have the final word on his odds to suit…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seen at Thursday's practice

    Kamara (ankle) was at Thursday's practice without a brace or sleeve on his knee, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara is dealing with a pair of injuries at the moment, but this development may be the key to his ability to suit up this weekend. Thursday's practice report will reveal his level of participation, if any, as he aims to miss just one game due to his health concerns.

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing Wednesday

    Kamara (ankle/knee) didn't participate in practice Wednesday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara is tending to a high-ankle issue and a knee injury simultaneously, hence the reason for his continued absence. He'll likely need to get on the practice field in some capacity this week in order to have a chance to suit up Sunday against the Cardinals, especially after Latavius Murray went off for 150 yards from scrimmage and two TDs on 32 touches during a Week 7 win at Chicago. Meanwhile, Drew Brees was limited Wednesday, so the Saints offense slowly but surely is getting back to 100…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 7

    Kamara (ankle/knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Chicago, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara struggled while playing through an ankle injury last week and picked up a knee ailment somewhere along the way. He was held out of practice each day this week, casting doubt on his status even beyond Week 7. The Saints will turn to Latavius Murray as their lead back Sunday, with Dwayne Washington and Zach Zenner on hand in reserve.

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

    Kamara (ankle/knee) isn't on the field for the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara could theoretically make an appearance later in the session, but most signs point toward an absence for Sunday's game in Chicago. He was held out of practice Wednesday and Thursday, leaving Latavius Murray as the lead running back.

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Kamara (ankle/knee) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara hasn't ruled himself out from playing Sunday in Chicago, but he'll likely need to log some practice activity Friday to have a decent chance at suiting up. The high-ankle and knee issues have kept him sidelined during the Saints' first two sessions of Week 7, leaving first-team work for backup running back Latavius Murray. The Saints would likely turn to Murray to handle the bulk of the backfield snaps if Kamara can't play against the Bears, with Dwayne Washington and Zach Zenner on hand…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Wednesday

    Kamara (ankle/knee) did not practice Wednesday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara suffered a knee injury Week 6 versus the Jaguars and came into the contest dealing with a high ankle issue, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The star running back has expressed some optimism that he'll be available Sunday against the Bears, but he'll almost certainly need to practice in some capacity Thursday and/or Friday for any chance of taking the field Week 7. In the event that Kamara is forced to miss any time, Latavius Murray would likely draw the start for New Orleans. The team…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing ankle injury

    Kamara is dealing with an ankle issue that will limit him in practice this week, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Pelissero would specify that it's a "high ankle issue" that Kamara is dealing with, which is usually more serious than a normal ankle injury. Kamara battled through the ankle injury as well as a knee issue during Sunday's win over Jacksonville, limiting his rushing output to just 31 yards. The 2017 third-round pick still thinks he has a shot to play in Sunday's game against the Bears, but his status for Sunday seems murky at this point in the week. Latavius Murray would be in line for an uptick…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Toughs out injuries in win

    Kamara rushed 11 times for 31 yards and brought in seven of eight targets for 35 yards in the Saints' 13-6 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also fumbled once, but it was recovered by New Orleans.

    Analysis: Kamara came into the contest nursing an ankle issue and then suffered an in-game knee injury as well, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. While battling those issues, the versatile back finished with pedestrian production overall, although he did enjoy a serviceable line from a PPR standpoint in particular. Kamara checked in second only to Michael Thomas in receptions for the day, and he'll now try to heal up in time for what should be a bruising matchup versus the Bears in…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially active in Week 6

    Kamara (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's Week 6 tilt against the Jaguars, Amie Just of NOLA.com reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Kamara will be available without any reports of limitations Week 6 against the Jaguars. Latavius Murray will continue to act as his complement, but at present, there's no expectation he'll have to take on a larger role than usual.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to play Week 6

    Coach Sean Payton told Melanie Collins of CBS that Kamara (ankle) will be active Sunday at Jacksonville.

    Analysis: The Saints won't confirm as much until 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but Kamara is expected to play through the ankle that he tweaked at Thursday's practice. Assuming no setbacks before or during the game, he could have a banner day against a Jaguars defense that has conceded a league-high 5.6 yards per carry to running backs this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Kamara (ankle) is expected to play Sunday in Jacksonville barring a setback, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. He participated in Saturday's walk-through session and is listed as questionable on the official injury report.

    Analysis: Kamara initially wasn't trending in the right direction for Week 6, as he went from a limited participation at Thursday's practice to no activity Friday. However, Rapoport's report suggests Kamara's condition improved Saturday. Still, a decision on his availability won't come until approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. EDT kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Oct 12 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 'questionable' designation

    Kamara (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara isn't trending in the right direction for Week 6, downgrading from limited participation at Thursday's practice to a DNP on Friday. The development may have been implemented to preserve Kamara's ankle for game day, but a decision on his availability won't come until approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. The next players up in the Saints' backfield are Latavius Murray and Dwayne Washington.

    Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice Friday

    Kamara (ankle) and Latavius Murray (non-injury) weren't present Friday at the media-access portion of practice, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara was a mid-week addition to the injury report, showing up Thursday as a limited participant with an ankle injury. An absence for Sunday's game in Jacksonville would leave Murray as the lead back, assuming his own missed practice isn't related to anything that might threaten his game availability. The Saints also have Dwayne Washington on hand in the backfield.

    Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed with ankle injury

    Kamara was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report with an ankle injury, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara becomes the next elite running back to deal with a health concern, but on a positive note he at least got in some work Thursday. He'll have one more practice to make his presence felt this week, at which point the Saints will tab him with a designation for Sunday's game at Jacksonville. Note that Latavius Murray and Dwayne Washington are the only other RBs on the Saints' depth chart.

    Published: Thu, Oct 10 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 23 touches in division win

    Kamara rushed 16 times for 62 yards and secured six of seven targets for 42 yards in the Saints' 31-24 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also completed his only pass attempt for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Although he didn't find the end zone, Kamara was the ideal complement to the exploits of Teddy Bridgewater and Michael Thomas through the air. The versatile back checked in a distant second in receptions, receiving yardage and targets to Thomas while also eclipsing 60 yards on the ground for the third straight game. Kamara has now gone consecutive games without a score of any kind, however, a matter he'll look to rectify at the expense of the Jaguars in Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 89 yards

    Kamara ran 17 times for 69 yards and had three receptions for 20 yards in Sunday's 12-10 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Kamara led all rushers and finished just behind teammate Michael Thomas in total offensive output from a skill-position player in this contest. The 23-year-old has actually improved slightly as a runner in 2019 -- 5.0 YPC compared to 4.6 YPC in 2018 -- while remaining a focal part of this team's passing attack regardless of who is under center. Kamara's only shortcomings have been in terms of touchdowns (two through four games after tallying 18 through 15 games last year). The versatile back…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 150 total yards

    Kamara rushed the ball 16 times for 69 yards and a touchdown In Week 3 against Seattle. He also added nine receptions for 92 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Kamara totaled 25 touches and made the most of them, finding the end zone twice. His biggest play of the contest came at the close of the first half, when he took a short pass to the end zone for a 29-yard touchdown. With just four minutes remaining in the game, he found the end zone once again, this time on a one-yard rush. While it was expected that Kamara would be fed the ball in the absence of Drew Brees, his ability to find the end zone and prolific production as a receiver quell some of…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lackluster showing without Brees

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 45 yards and brought in one of three targets for 15 yards in the Saints' 27-9 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

    Analysis: Kamara paced the Saints backfield in attempts and rushing yards, but his overall upside was clearly capped by the absence of Drew Brees, who exited the game in the first quarter for good with a hand injury. The dynamic back's game-long run was a modest 12 yards, and Teddy Bridgewater undermined Kamara's usually robust pass-catching role by only targeting him on three occasions. Brees' availability, or lack thereof, in a Week 3 road battle versus the Seahawks will certainly have an impact on…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong second half in win

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 97 yards and caught seven of eight targets for 72 yards in Monday night's 30-28 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Kamara got off to a slow start, but progressively made a bigger impact as the game unfolded. Along with a 28-yard run to nearly get him over 100 on the ground, Kamara went for 41 yards on a reception, showing his signature big-play ability in both departments. Although it was backup Latavius Murray who ripped off a 30-yard touchdown Monday, Kamara's 169 yards of offense still made for an impressive season debut, even by his superstar standards.

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong in limited action

    Kamara rushed twice for four yards and caught two of three targets for 29 yards in Saturday's 28-13 preseason win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Kamara did all his damage on the opening drive, breaking away from linebacker Neville Hewitt to get free for a 25-yard third-down catch on his biggest play. With Mark Ingram now in Baltimore, the explosive Kamara could see an increase in workload in 2019 after totaling 1,592 scrimmage yards and 18 touchdowns on 275 touches last season.

    Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 9:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal snaps in preseason win

    Kamara carried the ball four times for 15 yards and failed to catch his only target in Sunday's preseason win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: The third-year back got the start but made a quick exit after receiving a handful of snaps with the first-team offense, a repeat of his workload in the Saints' preseason opener against the Vikings. Coach Sean Payton has downplayed notions that Kamara will see significantly more touches this year with Latavius Murray replacing Mark Ingram as his backfield partner, but after topping 1,500 scrimmage yards with at least 13 TDs in each of his first two campaigns, even just a repeat performance would…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload won't change much

    Kamara will have a similar workload in 2019 to that which he had working in tandem with Mark Ingram during his first two pro seasons, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Many have been salivating at the thought of an unleashed Kamara, who was on pace for more than 2,400 yards from scrimmage and 24 touchdowns during his cameo as the clear No. 1 RB with Mark Ingram serving a four-game suspension to start last season. With Ingram back in the saddle, Kamara still averaged 92.2 scrimmage yards per game and scored 12 TDs in 13 games (including playoffs), but his usage dropped from 82 percent of the offensive snaps before his return to 61 percent afterward. In the…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Swaps out Ingram for Murray

    Latavius Murray will replace Mark Ingram as Kamara's complement in the New Orleans backfield, ESPN.com's Mike Triplett reports.

    Analysis: The team's willingness to accept a modest downgrade at a lower price is a sign of confidence in Kamara, who has yet to miss a game due to injury through two seasons. He more than held his own with an increased workload in 2018, averaging 4.6 yards on 194 carries and 8.8 yards on 81 catches -- good for 18.3 touches per game. While a modest workload increase for 2019 seems perfectly reasonable, it's quite clear the Saints don't want Kamara in the same range as Ezekiel Elliott (25.4 touches per…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 14 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading pass catcher in loss

    Kamara rushed just eight times for 15 yards but brought in 11 of his 13 targets for 96 yards during the Saints' 26-23 overtime loss to the Rams in Sunday's NFC Championship Game. He also recovered a fumble.

    Analysis: Kamara accomplished next to nothing on the ground, but he ended up pacing the Saints in both receptions and receiving yards. The dynamic second-year back was much more potent in the first half, however, as Rams defensive coordinator Wade Phillips did a good job limiting his ability to get open looks out of the backfield over the final two quarters and overtime. The 2017 third-round pick finished his second regular season with 18 total touchdowns (14 rushing, four receiving) and 1,592 total…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 20 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ices game on final run

    Kamara rushed 16 times for 71 yards and brought in all four of his targets for 35 yards in the Saints' 20-14 divisional-round playoff win over the Eagles on Sunday. He also returned two kickoffs for 45 yards.

    Analysis: Kamara finished with a solid final line after a slow start, and his afternoon would have been even bigger had his third-quarter 46-yard touchdown reception on a pass from Taysom Hill not been nullified by penalty. The versatile back was able to find more running room as the game went on, with no carry more important than his 12-yard scamper off right guard on third down with 1:03 remaining in the game and the Eagles out of timeouts. With what is likely to be a shootout against the Rams on tap…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 13 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out Week 17

    Kamara (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, John DeShazier of the Saints' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Saints clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed in the postseason with a win over Pittsburgh last week, so the team will keep Kamara and quarterback Drew Brees inactive and is expected to rest several other key starters in a mostly meaningless regular-season finale. Kamara's absence clears the way for Mark Ingram to start, though it's possible he'll only play a series or two -- if at all -- before bowing out of the contest. Instead, third-stringer Dwayne Washington looks like a better candidate to…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two scores and 105 total yards

    Kamara ran for 23 yards on seven attempts, adding four receptions for 82 yards during Sunday's 31-28 win against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Following a three-game scoreless streak between Weeks 12 and 14 (76.3 YPG during that span), Kamara has tallied three rushing touchdowns in wins over Pittsburgh and Carolina the past two weeks, racking up more than 100 yards from scrimmage in each of those outings. He entered Sunday's contest red hot as a pass catcher, with 20 catches over his past three games (compared to 19 combined receptions in six games prior). That trend continued as he picked up four-plus catches for the fourth straight…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores winning touchdown

    Kamara rushed 14 times for 67 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 12-9 win over the Panthers. He also caught seven of nine targets for 36 yards.

    Analysis: Kamara led the Saints in rushing attempts while tying top wideout Michael Thomas for the team lead in both catches and targets. Although running mate Mark Ingram was more efficient with 63 yards on his 12 carries, Kamara's 21 touches again allowed him to top 100 yards of offense. Additionally, the tailback scooted into the end zone from 16 yards to start the fourth quarter, scoring the team's lone -- and ultimately game-winning -- touchdown. Next up for Kamara is a matchup against the Steelers…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners 87 scrimmage yards in win

    Kamara rushed 12 times for 51 yards and brought in five of six targets for 36 yards in the Saints' 28-14 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also returned three kickoffs for 76 yards.

    Analysis: Kamara's totals weren't necessarily spectacular by any stretch, but he and Mark Ingram combined to give the Saints offense enough balance to notch the two-touchdown win. The 23-year-old back has only topped 100 rushing yards once this season, but he now has 13 catches over his last pair of contests and has hit the 70-reception mark for the campaign. Kamara will look to continue building up his numbers through both the ground and air against the Panthers in a Week 15 Monday night divisional…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another modest performance in loss

    Kamara rushed 11 times for 36 yards and brought in eight of 11 targets for another 36 yards in Thursday's 13-10 loss to the Cowboys. He also returned three punts for 17 yards and fumbled once, but it was recovered by the offense.

    Analysis: Kamara was contained under 100 total yards for the second straight game and also came up short on a fourth-and-goal run from the one-yard line early in the second quarter. Kamara was far from the only explosive Saints skill player to see a downturn Thursday, however, and his lack of production was a direct function of the Cowboys' suffocating play on defense. The second-year back's reception total was his highest since Week 3, as Dallas continually forced Drew Brees into short throws…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 29 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held under 100 yards by Atlanta

    Kamara racked up 89 rushing yards on 14 carries, adding one catch for nine yards during Thursday's 31-17 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: For a defense that's been tormented by opposing running backs without Deion Jones in the lineup, Atlanta held up reasonably well against Kamara, holding the dual threat back to 98 offensive yards and zero touchdowns (torched for 190 total yards the first time these teams met in Week 3). Kamara was contained to his lowest receiving output of 2018, while also being held under 100 yards for the first time over his past four games. A substantially tougher matchup is upcoming in Week 13 when Kamara…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in fifth straight

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 71 yards and hauled in his lone target for a 37-yard touchdown in Sunday's 48-7 win over Philadelphia.

    Analysis: Kamara appeared to be left out of the Saints' touchdown fest until Drew Brees found him down the sideline with a step on his man en route to a 45-7 lead early in the fourth quarter. The game marks the first time in five weeks the 23-year-old didn't score a rushing touchdown and also the first time in three weeks he failed to score multiple touchdowns. He'll attempt to start those streaks up again with a tasty Thanksgiving matchup at home against Atlanta, whom he torched for 190 total yards…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 5:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in big win

    Kamara ran for 56 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries and added 46 yards on four receptions during Sunday's 51-14 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Known mostly as a speedster, Kamara showed his versatility on two second-quarter touchdown runs against the Bengals. First, he bruised through the heart of Cincinnati's defense for a four-yard touchdown. Then, on the very next drive, he used his speed to beat the defense to the edge on a one-yard toss play. The sophomore back has now scored multiple touchdowns in three straight games. Though Mark Ingram's big day might be a cause for concern in most backfields, the dependence the Saints have on…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores three touchdowns

    Kamara carried 19 times for 82 yards and two touchdowns Sunday against the Rams. He also caught four of five targets for 34 yards and a touchdown during the 45-35 win.

    Analysis: Kamara starred in the first quarter, contributing an 11-yard touchdown run before adding a 16-yard reception for a score. He added a 1-yard plunge into the end zone just before halftime and played a large role in the second half with his team looking to protect a lead. Encouragingly for Kamara's fantasy owners, he tied his season high in carries despite the fact that Mark Ingram (nine carries) was healthy and available throughout. He wasn't quite as involved as a receiver as he sometimes is,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to full practice, cleared to play

    Kamara (illness) returned to practice Friday as a full participant and doesn't carry a designation into Sunday's game against the Rams, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara missed Thursday's practice with the illness but never seemed to be in serious jeopardy of sitting out the upcoming NFC showdown. He took on a surprisingly large share of the backfield workload in last week's 30-20 win over the Vikings, handling 20 touches while playing 72 percent of the Saints' offensive snaps in a two-touchdown performance. He only played about half of the offensive snaps in the Saints' first two games following Mark Ingram's return from suspension.

    Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes down with illness

    Kamara didn't practice Thursday due to an illness.

    Analysis: Kamara wasn't present at the open portion of the session, after which Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reported an illness was the reason for the running back's absence. Thursday's injury report confirms as much. Fortunately for Kamara, he fell ill midweek rather than close to gameday, which indicates the Saints may clear him well before Sunday's contest with the Rams.

    Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not present at Thursday's practice

    Kamara (undisclosed) wasn't on the field for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Josh Katzenstein of The Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara's absence is a bit of a surprise after he handled every practice rep Wednesday. He tended to a knee injury for a two-week stretch earlier this season, but until the Saints release Thursday's version of the practice report, the potential DNP will be unexplained.

    Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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