Alvin Kamara, born July 25, 1995, is an American professional football running back for the New Orleans Saints in the NFL. A standout player at Tennessee, Kamara was selected by the Saints in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He made an immediate impact as a rookie, winning NFL Rookie of the Year honors and being named a Pro Bowler. Kamara is known for his versatility, excelling both as a runner and a receiver. In 2020, he set an NFL record by scoring six rushing touchdowns in a single game. Throughout his career, he has been a constant Pro Bowl selection and became the Saints’ all-time rushing leader in 2024. His ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game has made him one of the top running backs in the league.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alvin Mentian Kamara |
| Date of Birth | July 25, 1995 |
| Place of Birth | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| Position | Running back |
| High School | Norcross (Norcross, GA) |
| College | Alabama (2013), Hutchinson CC (2014), Tennessee (2015–2016) |
| NFL Draft | 2017 / Round: 3 / Pick: 67 |
| Season | Games Played | Rushing Touchdowns | Receiving Touchdowns | Total Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 16 | 8 | 5 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 | 14 | 4 | 18 |
| 2019 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 2020 | 15 | 16 | 5 | 21 |
| 2021 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| 2022 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
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