NFL Trade Rumor: Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks linked to $24M New Orleans Saints star amid uncertain future | NFL News
The New Orleans Saints’ star player Alvin Kamara has been the subject of trade for the last couple of months. Though the star player has been linked to a number of rivals teams, it seems the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks have emerged as potential destinations for Alvin Kamara.
Which teams are interested in Alvin Kamara?
While a number of rival teams have been linked to him, in the last few hours, the Denver Broncos, the Seattle Seahawks and the Green Bay Packers have been rumored to be taking interest in him, as per NFL insiders.
What are insiders saying about the trade rumors?
A few hours ago, CBS Sports’ Bryan DeArdo predicted that amid all the uncertainty, the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks could be possible landing spots for Alvin Kamara if he is traded.CBS Sports’ Bryan DeArdo noted in a recent report, “But while Kamara may want to stay put, the Saints may still choose to move on from him while saving $14 million in salary cap space. A trade, however, would require another team to make the Saints an offer that would justify parting ways with a franchise icon.”CBS Sports’ Bryan DeArdo added, “The Broncos and Seahawks, two teams with serious Super Bowl aspirations, are among the potential landing spots for Kamara should New Orleans decide to trade the five-time Pro Bowler.”
Contract details and salary cap implications
For the New Orleans Saints, trading Alvin Kamara will immediately free up $3.38 million in 2026 salary cap space for the team.Since the June 1 NFL deadline has now passed, the New Orleans Saints will be able to split his remaining $15.2 million dead-money penalty over the next two seasons. This includes $7.07 million in 2026 and $8.14 million in 2027.
How could the trade impact the teams?
For the New Orleans Saints, trading Alvin Kamara will save a whopping $11.5 million in cash with Travis Etienne Jr being the starter in the upcoming season.If the Denver Broncos decide to trade for Alvin Kamara, the star player will be reunited with his old coach Sean Payton which could be pretty impactful to the team. Alvin Kamara could become a reliable and a veteran pass-catching weapon who will boost their offense.For the Seattle Seahawks, while Alvin Kamara could act as a mentor for Jadarian Price while Kenneth Walker III is gone, he might be a bit too expensive for the team.
