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2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1TB
Win, 34-23
---1615511----23.70
2@LV
Loss, 24-34
---792995-----38.40
3GB
Loss, 30-37
---58-131392----44.70
4@DET
Win, 35-29
---831336-----20.90
5LAC
Win, 30-27
---45-874-----19.90
6Bye  ------------0.00
7CAR
Win, 27-24
---83-865-----22.80
8@CHI
Win, 26-23
---67-996-----25.30
9@TB
Win, 38-3
---40159-----15.90
10SF
Win, 27-13
---1527831----34.80
11ATL
Win, 24-9
---451-------10.50
12@DEN
Win, 31-3
---54-1-2-----6.20
13@ATL
Win, 21-16
---88129-----17.70
14@PHI
Loss, 21-24
---501744-----22.40
15KC
Loss, 29-32
---54-3401----18.40
16MIN
Win, 52-33
---1556317-----56.20
17@CAR
Win, 33-7
------------0.00
2020 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1TB,
W 34-23
161511-23.70
2@LV,
L 24-34
79295--38.40
3GB,
L 30-37
58-1392-44.70
4@DET,
W 35-29
83136--20.90
5LAC,
W 30-27
45-74--19.90
6Bye-----0.00
7CAR,
W 27-24
83-65--22.80
8@CHI,
W 26-23
67-96--25.30
9@TB,
W 38-3
4019--15.90
10SF,
W 27-13
152831-34.80
11ATL,
W 24-9
451---10.50
12@DEN,
W 31-3
54--2--6.20
13@ATL,
W 21-16
8819--17.70
14@PHI,
L 21-24
50144--22.40
15KC,
L 29-32
54-401-18.40
16MIN,
W 52-33
155617--56.20
17@CAR,
W 33-7
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  • Nets over 100 yards in loss

    Kamara rushed 18 times for 85 yards and caught three of six targets for 20 yards in Sunday's NFC divisional-round loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Kamara reached the century mark in combined yards in consecutive playoff performances, but he was unable to hit pay dirt this time around as the Saints ultimately fell to their division rivals. The dual-threat back finished the regular season with a combined 1,688 yards and a whopping 21 total touchdowns, both of which were new career highs. There is no questioning Kamara's talent and status as one of the game's best fantasy performers, but quarterback Drew Brees' retirement decision this…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 8:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 yards in Sunday's win

    Kamara rushed 23 times for 99 yards and a touchdown and secured both of his targets for 17 yards in the Saints' 21-9 win over the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: The All-Pro back failed to get much going on the ground, with a quarter of his production coming on a 25-yard gain. Still, he chipped away at the Bears defense all afternoon with a robust 23 carries and finished the contest with over 100 scrimmage yards and a touchdown. Kamara will face a tough test in next week's NFC divisional round when New Orleans hosts a Tampa Bay defense that allowed a league-low 60 rushing yards per contest in the regular season.

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated off COVID list

    Kamara (illness) was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Kamara indicated earlier in the week via his personal Twitter account that he on track to return for the wild-card round, so the Saints' decision to add him back to the 53-man roster isn't entirely surprising. The star back will miss just one game after testing positive for COVID-19, but after participating in virtual practices this week, Kamara appears set to play Sunday against the Bears without any known limitations.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects to play Sunday

    Kamara (illness) posted a message on his official Twitter account Thursday that appears to indicate he's on track for Sunday's wild-card round against the Bears.

    Analysis: Kamara missed the Saints' season-finale against the Panthers after being placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list as a result of testing positive for the virus, and though he currently remains on the reserve list, it appears that the star running back expects to be available versus Chicago. Sunday morning appears to represent the earliest possible date that Kamara could return to the team, given that he would not have been eligible to play had the Saints' wild-card game been scheduled for Saturday,…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 8:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return for wild-card game

    Kamara's eligibility for the wild-card round of the playoffs could depend on whether the Saints are scheduled to play Saturday (Jan. 9) or Sunday (Jan. 10), Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With two of his tests for COVID-19 coming back positive, Kamara can't play in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Panthers. He won't be eligible to play in another game until 10 days after Dec. 31 -- when he initially tested positive -- and that's only if he remains asymptomatic and receives medical clearance. There's some chance the Saints won't even play in the first round of the playoffs, but it requires three games going in their favor to create a three-way tie at 12-4 atop the NFC.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out Week 17, may miss playoff opener

    Kamara was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday and won't be available for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: With multiple COVID-19 tests coming back positive, Kamara may not be eligible to play in the wild-card round of the playoffs. There's still some chance for the Saints to secure the NFC's No. 1 seed and thus earn a bye in the first round of the playoffs, so they'll likely give Latavius Murray a sizable workload this weekend. Murray put up back-to-back games with triple-digit yardage and multiple touchdowns when Kamara missed Weeks 7 and 8 of the 2019 season.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests positive for coronavirus

    Kamara tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday and is waiting on results from a follow-up test before a decision on his status for Sunday's game against the Panthers is made, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: If the second test also comes back positive, Kamara will sit out Week 17, and he'll also be unlikely to return for the wild-card round of the playoffs. Latavius Murray would fill in as the Saints' lead back if Kamara misses any games. Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football relays that the star running back hasn't shown any symptoms of the virus and says he's feeling healthy, perhaps giving the Saints some hope the initial test was a false positive.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Performance for the ages in win

    Kamara rushed 22 times for 155 yards and six touchdowns while also bringing in three of five targets for 17 yards in the Saints' 52-33 win over the Vikings on Friday.

    Analysis: As the eye-popping stat line indicates, Kamara put together a record-setting performance for a national audience that will go into NFL annals as one of the most prolific in league history. In fact, only one other player -- the legendary Ernie Nevers back in 1929 -- had ever scored six rushing touchdowns in a game before Kamara accomplished the feat Friday. The fourth-year pro also set a new single-game career high in rushing yardage for good measure while scoring from 40, one, five, six, seven…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches TD pass in Brees' return

    Kamara carried the ball 11 times for 54 yards and caught three of six targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-29 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: With Drew Brees back under center instead of Taysom Hill, the Saints' offensive scheme returned to normal, and Kamara hauled in his first receiving TD since Week 10 -- Brees' last appearance before injuring his ribs. No matter who's been at QB, Kamara has been productive, topping 90 combined yards in three straight games, and he's now reached 1,500 scrimmage yards on the season for the third time in his career. Kamara will look to keep rolling in Week 16's clash with a Vikings defense that just…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set up for big game

    Kamara is expected to be busy in the passing game Sunday versus Kansas City, playing in a Saints offense with Drew Brees (ribs) at quarterback and Michael Thomas (ankle) out of the lineup, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Kamara had a rushing touchdown and seven receptions in last week's loss to the Eagles, but he otherwise put up mediocre numbers with Taysom Hill at quarterback over the past month. Kamara averaged 14.2 PPR points in Hill's four starts, down from 27.4 per game in nine appearances with Brees under center. Kamara was even better during a six-game stretch when the Saints had Brees but not Thomas in the lineup, averaging 28.7 PPR points and 9.7 targets. The dual-threat back returns to high-end RB1…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in loss

    Kamara carried the ball 11 times for 50 yards and a touchdown and caught seven of 10 targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: For the first time since Taysom Hill replaced Drew Brees (ribs) under center, Kamara was featured heavily as a receiver, but he still fell short of 100 scrimmage yards for the sixth straight game. He could see high target volume again in Week 15, regardless of who's at quarterback, as the Saints host Patrick Mahomes and the high-octane Kansas City offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks off long run, scores TD

    Kamara registered 88 rushing yards and one touchdown on 15 carries, adding two receptions for nine yards during Sunday's 21-16 win against Atlanta.

    Analysis: Kamara's passing-game upside has been severely depleted without Drew Brees (ribs) available at quarterback, as he's now been held under 10 receiving yards in three consecutive games with Taysom Hill as the starter. A 37-yard run in the second quarter helped spark Kamara's afternoon, while an 11-yard TD scamper at the 9:01 mark of the third quarter sealed a solid fantasy showing from the three-time Pro Bowler. Even with the score, Kamara's Week 13 fantasy output falls short of typical lofty…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Kamara (foot) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Atlanta.

    Analysis: After being listed as limited on the first two practice reports of Week 13, Kamara capped the week with a full session, paving the way for him to suit up Sunday. With Taysom Hill directing the offense in place of Drew Brees (ribs) the last two games, Kamara has been splitting the backfield reps with Latavius Murray, compiling 25 touches for 97 yards from scrimmage and one TD to the latter's 34-211-2 line. It'll be interesting if Kamara will be able to swing the pendulum in his favor this…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in another limited practice

    Kamara (foot) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

    Analysis: Kamara has put together back-to-back limited sessions as he continues to deal with a foot injury, an issue that has contained him to less than 50 percent of the offensive snaps over the last two games. During that span, he's totaled 25 touches for 97 yards from scrimmage and one TD, while Latavius Murray has gone off for 34-211-2, respectively. That sort of breakdown between Kamara and Murray may be the Saints' reality until the former gets past his current health concern.

    Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by foot injury

    Kamara (foot) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report.

    Analysis: Kamara continues to manage a foot injury, which has resulted in him playing less than 50 percent of the snaps on offense in back-to-back games. He's totaled 25 touches for 97 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown during that stretch, while Latavius Murray has accounted for 34 touches, 211 total yards and two scores. Kamara's availability for Sunday's game in Atlanta doesn't look to be in question, but the Saints haven't indicated when he might be ready to reclaim the majority of the backfield…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Touches reduced in big win

    Kamara registered 54 rushing yards on 11 carries, also hauling in one of two targets for minus-two receiving yards during Sunday's 31-3 win against the Broncos.

    Analysis: New Orleans jumped out to a 17-0 halftime lead, allowing coach Sean Payton the luxury of reducing his Pro Bowl running back's workload. Kamara has averaged just 10.3 rush attempts per game over the past four weeks, with each contest resulting in a New Orleans win by at least 14 points. He's had more than 13 carries in a game only twice all season, but his receiving production has balanced out the lack of rushes until the past two weeks. He has just one catch over a pair of Taysom Hill starts.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Kamara (foot) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Denver.

    Analysis: The Saints have limited Kamara's practice workloads while he deals with a foot injury, but there was never any question he'd be ready for Sunday. He had his worst fantasy performance of the season in Taysom Hill's first start at quarterback, but Kamara did still score a touchdown to avoid a total dud.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in limited showing Thursday

    Kamara (foot) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report.

    Analysis: While Kamara has yet to elevate to full activity this week, there's not much worry about his availability for Sunday's game at Denver, whose defense has conceded 132.1 yards from scrimmage per game and eight touchdowns to running backs through 10 contests.

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Kamara (foot) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: For the third time in four weeks, the Saints are capping Kamara's practice reps in some form. Over the past three games, he tallied 42 touches for 192 yards and five touchdowns, bringing him to 12 scores in 10 contests this season. Kamara will aim to bump up to full participation by the end of the week.

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One TD, but no catches Week 11

    Kamara registered 45 rushing yards and one touchdown on 13 carries, and he was unable to haul in his lone target during Sunday's 24-9 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Kamara notched a three-yard TD run with 1:46 to go in the first half, but Taysom Hill sapped the running back's value by providing New Orleans' other two rushing scores on the afternoon -- both coming from inside Atlanta's 10-yard line. It will be worth monitoring the three-time Pro Bowler's passing-game involvement moving forward, as he had registered an incredible 7.4 receptions per game with Drew Brees (ribs) as his starting quarterback. Kamara remains an All-World talent, but the Saints are…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from injury report

    Kamara (foot) will play in Sunday's game against the Falcons, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Kamara returned to practice Friday as a full participant after missing the first two sessions of the week. The Saints are expected to start Taysom Hill at quarterback, with Drew Brees (thumb) officially ruled out for at least three games. The offense likely will feature more run plays in Brees' absence, though it could be Hill rather than Kamara who gets the extra rush attempts.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Thursday

    Kamara (foot) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Kamara was absent from the start of practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but after being limited in the first session he didn't log any reps at all in the most recent one. Fortunately for Kamara, he has one more practice to prove his health ahead of Sunday's contest against the Falcons. If the Saints ultimately decide to rest Kamara, Latavius Murray is next up for work out of the backfield.

    Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

    Kamara (foot) wasn't spotted at the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Kamara kicked off Wednesday's session in a similar fashion, but he still received a 'limited' tag once the Saints released their first Week 11 injury report. Thursday's report ultimately will reveal whether or not he was able to practice.

    Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing foot injury

    Kamara was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a foot injury.

    Analysis: Kamara initially appeared in danger of missing Wednesday's session entirely, but the running back was apparently able to get some activity in during the portion of the practice that was closed to the media. The Saints are preparing to roll without Drew Brees (chest) for at least the next two games, so Kamara could have the chance to take on more volume as a ballcarrier than normal in the short term, assuming he gains clearance for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted at practice

    Kamara wasn't present at the portion of Wednesday's practice that was open to the media, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: The Saints are missing two key players at Wednesday's practice, with both Kamara and Drew Brees (chest) sidelined. Brees is set to miss at least two weeks due to his injuries, but the Saints may not provide an update on Kamara's situation until the team releases its first Week 11 injury report later Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores three TDs against 49ers

    Kamara carried eight times for 15 yards and two touchdowns while adding seven catches (on eight targets) for 83 yards and an additional touchdown during Sunday's 27-13 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Kamara averaged just 1.9 yards per carry against a tough San Francisco defensive front but was excellent yet again as a receiver while leading the team in targets, catches and receiving yards. He scored two short touchdowns in the second quarter and later added another to give him 11 for the season. Although Kamara hasn't been quite as effective with his rushes this season as he has in years past, his efficacy as a pass catcher and near the goal line has him among the top fantasy running backs.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • TD salvages modest production

    Kamara rushed nine times for 40 yards and a touchdown, adding five receptions (six targets) for nine yards in Sunday's 38-3 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: The Saints went up big on the Buccaneers early and did not look back. Drew Brees spread the ball around to a career-high 12 receivers, which is part of the reason Kamara only received 14 touches. The lopsided game script allowed New Orleans to milk the clock in the second half, and they used the bruising Latavius Murray (10 carries for 39 yards) to accomplish that while keeping Kamara healthy. The 25-year-old was averaging 10.1 receptions per game prior to Sunday's contest, but the return of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 10:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Thursday

    Kamara (foot) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: Kamara made a surprise appearance on Wednesday's injury report, being listed with what was termed a bone bruise in his foot. He later clarified the reason for his limited practice, telling John Sigler of USA Today, "You ever stub your toe on the corner of a bedpost or something?" By elevating to a full participant one day later, Kamara has proved that the issue isn't serious and should be ready for his usual volume Sunday at Tampa Bay, whose Bucs contained him to a season-low 67 yards from…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Wednesday

    Kamara (foot) was listed as limited on Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Kamara was absent from the portion of the session open to the media, but he must have got in some work after doors closed to earn the "limited" tag. The issue is considered a bone bruise in his foot, which Kamara clarified isn't serious. Speaking to John Sigler of USA Today, Kamara said, "You ever stub your toe on the corner of a bedpost or something? That's kind of what I'm dealing with." Kamara also noted he intends to participate in Thursday's practice, so there doesn't seem to be too much…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to bruised foot

    Kamara was absent from Wednesday's practice, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. According to Mike Triplett of ESPN.com, Kamara has a bone bruise in his foot that isn't deemed to be serious.

    Analysis: Kamara has been a force this season, accruing at least 100 yards from scrimmage in six consecutive games. That said, he hasn't reached the end zone in three straight, and now he's tending to a foot issue. Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football noted Kamara is merely getting some rest at the moment, but his situation will need to be monitored as the week goes on to ensure he's available Sunday at Tampa Bay.

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big day as receiver

    Kamara carried the ball 12 times for 67 yards and caught nine of 13 targets for 96 yards in Sunday's 26-23 overtime win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Without Michael Thomas (hamstring) and Emmanuel Sanders (COVID) in the lineup once again, Kamara was the favorite option for Drew Brees, leading the Saints in receptions, receiving yards and targets in addition to being the team's leading rusher on the afternoon. As was the case last week, however, he was kept out of the end zone, with Jared Cook and Taysom Hill catching Brees' TD passes in this one. Kamara has amassed triple-digit scrimmage yards in six straight games, but he faces a tough…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 7:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners 148 total yards in win

    Kamara rushed 14 times for 83 yards and brought in all eight targets for 65 yards in the Saints' 27-24 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: With Michael Thomas (ankle/hamstring) and Emmanuel Sanders (illness) both out of action, Kamara had significantly elevated fantasy expectations heading into the contest. He delivered a strong all-around performance, albeit one that may have fallen short of the higher range of outcomes one would have envisioned with his aforementioned pair of teammates sidelined. Kamara did tie Marquez Calloway for the team lead in receptions and checked in second in receiving yards, and he tied his season best…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly 120 total yards

    Kamara rushed 11 times for 45 yards and caught eight of his 10 targets for 74 yards in Monday night's 30-27 overtime win against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Kamara posted his second-lowest rushing total while not scoring for the first time through five games this season. The tailback also dropped a couple catchable passes, but Kamara's total of eight receptions nonetheless made for another productive performance through the air. In fact, compared to just two such rushing outings, Kamara has topped 70 receiving yards on three occasions thus far. On the back of almost 120 yards from scrimmage Monday, the dual-threat dynamo now enters New Orleans'…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores seventh TD in win

    Kamara rushed 19 times for 83 yards and a touchdown and caught three of four targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 35-29 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Kamara tied the game at 14 apiece with a one-yard touchdown in the second quarter, but he took a back seat to Latavius Murray (two rushing touchdowns) and Tre'Quan Smith (two receiving touchdowns). Murray finished with 14 carries to Kamara's 19 as the Saints continued to employ a run-heavy approach in Michael Thomas' (ankle) absence. With seven touchdowns through four games, Kamara should remain locked in as an RB1 at home against the Chargers in Week 5, regardless of Thomas' status.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Game slated to proceed

    The reported positive COVID-19 test of one of Kamara's teammates has been re-run and came back negative, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: As a result, the Saints and Lions remain slated to play Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET. Kamara is thus in line to start at running back for New Orleans in Week 4.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 4:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Potentially exposed to COVID-19

    Kamara was one of four players who sat near Michael Burton, who tested positive for COVID-19, on the plane ride to Detroit on Saturday, NBC Sports Pro Football Talk reports. He's among seven players who underwent supplemental COVID-19 testing.

    Analysis: The Saints learned late Saturday that Burton tested positive after arriving in Detroit. Kamara and seven other players who were near Burton are awaiting test results, according to the report. With the news of Burton's positive test, it's possible that Sunday's game between the Saints and Lions could be postponed to Monday or Tuesday, or moved past Week 4.

    Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 9:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Monster receiving performance

    Kamara rushed just six times for 58 yards, but corralled 13 receptions (14 targets) for 139 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 37-30 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Kamara did his best Michael Thomas (ankle) impression with his teammate forced to sit this one out due to injury. The dynamic back did most of his damage after the catch, including a 52-yard touchdown scamper in which he broke four tackles after receiving the ball near the line of scrimmage. After a down year slowed by injury in 2019, Kamara is looking more like the top-five fantasy player we saw in his first two seasons in the NFL. The 25-year-old became just the second player in NFL history…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 11:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two touchdowns in defeat

    Kamara rushed 13 times for 79 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 34-24 loss to the Raiders. He also caught all nine of his targets for 95 yards.

    Analysis: Kamara was dynamic in the absence of top wideout Michael Thomas, as he led the Saints in all major receiving categories while benefitting from the team trailing most of the second half. The tailback also dazzled on the ground, improving greatly on his mere 16 rushing yards Week 1. Just like in the season opener, however, Kamara again scored twice, with Monday's scores both coming from inside of five yards. As one of the league's most dangerous playmakers, Kamara should remain a big threat…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice in win

    Kamara carried the ball 12 times for 16 yards and a touchdown and caught five of eight targets for 51 yards and a second TD in Sunday's 34-23 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The running back celebrated his new contract extension in style, finding the end zone twice in a 90-second span during the second quarter to give the Saints a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Kamara's overall yardage total was below his usual standards, but he could gain a lot more real estate in Week 2 against a Raiders defense that got gashed for 134 scrimmage yards and two TDs by Christian McCaffrey in its opener.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Locks in massive extension

    Kamara signed a five-year, $75 million extension Saturday which includes just over $34 million in guarantees, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The move comes only moments after Vikings running back Dalvin Cook reportedly agreed to a five-year extension in the range of $62 million. It's a massive windfall for Kamara given the running back market in past seasons, though with a number of major backs already locked into new deals, it makes sense that the Saints were so aggressive in re-signing their star running back. Kamara missed multiple practices during the latter stages of training camp with a minor back issue, one which was…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 12 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing contract extension

    Kamara and the Saints are "extremely close" to coming to terms on a contract extension, which is expected to be finalized before New Orleans' season opener Sunday versus the Buccaneers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Heading into the final year of his rookie deal, Kamara's contract status has been a hot topic in training camp, though the running back himself indicated that his recent four-day absence from practice wasn't due to any dissatisfaction with his current deal. In any case, a long-term deal with the Saints would erase any lingering concern about Kamara entertaining a holdout or being traded ahead of Week 1, a development that would likely have many fantasy managers feeling better about the…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Denies notion of holdout

    Kamara said he's "never held out in (his) life" when asked Monday about his recent four-day unexcused absence from practice, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara avoided questions regarding his negotiations with the Saints about a new contract, affirming that his focus is on Sunday's divisional tilt against the Buccaneers. Additionally, coach Sean Payton said he's "confident that at some point we'll get this [contract] done," but he declined to offer any further details. It doesn't appear as though the three-time Pro Bowler is entertaining the idea of any sort of holdout as he enters the final year of his rookie deal. It has also been reported…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tended to minor back issue

    Kamara, who returned to practice Wednesday, recently had an injection to help calm some joint inflammation in his back, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Rapoport relays that the back issue is "not considered a big deal at all," a notion supported by Kamara's return to work Wednesday. Assuming his back doesn't flare up again, the main storyline regarding Kamara going forward will be the state of his contract negations. When asked about that matter Wednesday, coach Sean Payton noted that the Saints are actively negotiating with Kamara while remaining focused on him being part of the team's game plan Week 1 against the Buccaneers, according to…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 2 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Kamara returned to practice Wednesday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: The running back -- who is looking for a new deal -- didn't participate in the team's last three practice sessions, but as expected, he was back at work Wednesday. Meanwhile, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com notes that following a "rift in the negotiations," the two sides "are not that far apart" on a long-term contract extension for Kamara. Though a trade still can't be entirely ruled out, things seemed to have settled down to the point that it appears probable that Kamara will be on the field for…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 2 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making progress toward extension

    Kamara and the Saints are "not far apart" in contract negotiations, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Kamara has quickly become the center of attention in the NFL, with his absence from practice initially attributed to an epidural injection in his back but later revealed to be unexcused. The Saints can fine him up to $200,000 for the absences, so he'll return to practice Wednesday while his agent continues negotiations for a contract extension. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network believes the gap between the two sides isn't all that large, noting that the recent fines can be canceled out by the new…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 2 at 5:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be fined for absence

    Kamara will be fined $200,000 for his unexcused absences through the last four days of practice, Josina Anderson of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Kamara's absence was attributed to an epidural shot in his back by Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, which seemed to put the blame on an injury, but the fact he's being fined confirms his days off were unexcused by the team. The 25-year-old is expected to rejoin teammates on the field Wednesday, and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that Kamara and the team will continue to discuss a new contract.

    Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 7:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plans to practice Wednesday

    Kamara is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Kamara has not participated in practice since Friday due reasons that were initially called contract-related, but Pelissero now notes that his absence was due to an epidural shot in his back. In any case, if Kamara does rejoin teammates Wednesday it could indicate that he and the team have made some progress in talks. The star running back's decision to resume practicing follows a report by Josina Anderson of ESPN that the Saints would be open to trading Kamara if the two sides can't agree on a…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Potentially being shopped

    The Saints are open to trading Kamara, Josina Anderson reports.

    Analysis: The news from Anderson is purely speculative at this point, but given Kamara's recent "contract-related" absences from Saints practice, it's certainly a situation to monitor closely. If Kamara were traded, Latavius Murray would likely vault into a starting role, with pass-catching specialist Ty Montgomery backing him up.

    Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absence contract-related

    Kamara's absence from practice since Friday is believed to be contract-related, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Per Schefter, Kamara's absence is believed to be unexcused. With Week 1 on the horizon, this is a situation worth closely monitoring, but Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football does encouragingly note that contract "talks between Kamara and the Saints have grown closer." While Kamara is not at practice, added first-team reps will be available for his top backup Latavius Murray.

    Published: Mon, Aug 31 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing practice

    Kamara (undisclosed) has been absent from practice since Friday, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, coach Sean Payton declined to clarify whether the running back's absence is injury or non-injury related. Triplett added that Payton chose not to provide details on any of his player's injuries Monday, so until further details are available, we'll consider Kamara day-to-day.

    Published: Mon, Aug 31 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to handle full workload

    When asked if Kamara is expected to "carry a Kamara type load" in 2020, offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael acknowledged, "Well, I think that, you know, obviously it's still early. And as we progress along here through the training camp, you know, as we get closer, we'll start putting together some game plans. But obviously, like every year, we expect him to be a big part of those game plans."

    Analysis: After posting career lows in total yards (1,330) and total touchdowns (six) in 2019, it was revealed that Kamara played through an MCL tear, an issue he's fully recovered from. It should be noted that Kamara's touches per game last season were nearly identical to those he posted in 2018, and it was clear that the difference in the two campaigns was a lack of explosiveness and big plays. If he remains healthy in 2020, Kamara should push for the 1,573 total yards and 11 total touchdowns he…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 20 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reveals severity of 2019 injury

    Kamara played through an MCL tear last season, Master Tesfatsion of Bleacher Report reports.

    Analysis: He hurt his knee Week 6 and missed the next two games, with the Saints' injury reports also listing an ankle issue. Kamara then rejoined the lineup after a Week 9 bye and went on to play the final eight games of the regular season, averaging 5.0 yards per carry but only 5.4 per reception. He said in March that he was back at full strength, noting that he'd played most of the 2019 campaign "on one leg, at 75 percent." The versatile running back is now entering the final season of his rookie…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 11 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Feeling healthy again

    Kamara posted Tuesday on his personal Twitter account that he's back at full strength after playing "on one leg... at 75 percent" in 2019.

    Analysis: Kamara dealt with ankle and knee injuries in October, missing two games before a conveniently timed Week 9 bye. He then churned out 4.9 yards per carry but just 5.2 per catch over the final seven games of the regular season, scoring four of his six touchdowns in Weeks 16 and 17. The 2017 third-round pick should bounce back from the least impressive season of his pro career, now entering the final year of his rookie contract. Of course, a holdout could be around the corner if the Saints don't…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 11 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Compiles 55 yards in overtime loss

    Kamara carried seven times for 21 yards and a touchdown and brought in eight of nine targets for 34 yards in the Saints' 26-20 overtime wild-card loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Kamara concluded the season with his third straight game with a touchdown, though his season-long numbers were a bit of a letdown. The third-year back managed 1,330 total yards and six total touchdowns -- career lows -- but it's encouraging for fantasy owners that this is his floor. The Tennessee product hauled in 81 receptions for the third straight season and has established himself as a premier dual-threat back. He has one year left on his rookie deal, and with Michael Thomas' massive payday…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in blowout victory

    Kamara rushed eight times for 39 yards and two touchdowns, adding two receptions for 18 yards on three targets in the Saints' 42-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: After failing to score for nine straight weeks, Kamara has now produced back-to-back two-touchdown efforts on the ground in Weeks 16-17. He closes the regular season on a high note, though most of his scoring output has come in the final two weeks of the campaign. The talented third-year back ends the 2019 regular season with a career-low six total touchdowns after producing 22 in his first two seasons. Regardless, he'll head into the playoffs on a hot streak.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends touchdown drought

    Kamara rushed 11 times for 80 yards and two touchdowns, grabbing six of seven targets for an additional 30 yards in the Saints' 38-28 win over the Titans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Kamara broke out of his scoring slump in fine fashion Sunday, delivering a pair of touchdown runs while racking up over 100 yards from scrimmage in the process. Watching the Tennessee product explode against the Titans had to be a relief for fantasy owners, as Kamara hadn't scored since Week 3 and broke 100 yards from scrimmage for the first time since Week 12. He'll look to keep the momentum going in Week 17 against a pedestrian Panthers run defense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 89 yards in blowout victory

    Kamara rushed 14 times for 66 yards and caught all five of his targets for 23 yards in the Saints' 34-7 win over the Colts on Monday.

    Analysis: It was another disappointing performance for Kamara, as he failed to cross the goal-line for the ninth consecutive game. His 73 receptions have boosted his value in PPR formats, though he still entered Week 15 as the overall RB17 in 2019. The usage has been there, as Kamara has seen nearly 19 total touches per game across his last five contests, but the production has been highly underwhelming for fantasy owners who spent a first-round pick on him. He'll try to rebound in a Week 16 showdown…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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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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