Drafted by then-Saints, now-Broncos coach Sean Payton in 2017, Kamara had been buzzed about as a potential target of the Broncos in the run-up to their Week 7 meeting. The 29-year-old back was held to just 10 yards on seven carries amid Denver's 33-10 blowout victory and enjoyed a big embrace with Payton after the game.

Alvin Kamara isn't going anywhere. Two weeks before the NFL's trade deadline, the New Orleans Saints reached an agreement on a two-year, $24.5 million extension with Kamara, according to a report from NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

The New Orleans Saints are ensuring star running back Alvin Kamara remains with the team, as he was awarded a contract extension.

Alvin Kamara and the New Orleans Saints have agreed to a two-year, $24.5 million contract extension, NFL Network reports. The deal keeps Kamara under contract with the Saints through the 2026 season.

Sources: The #Saints and RB Alvin Kamara agreed on a two-year, $24.5 million extension that puts him under contract through 2026. The deal, confirmed by Kamara’s agent Brad Cicala of @QCSports

The Saints and running back Alvin Kamara have reached agreement on a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2026 season, according to an NFL Network report. NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo reported the extension deal as being worth $24.