New Orleans Saints star and five-time Pro Bowler offers to take a pay and bonus cut after hearing his name on the trade block

With the trade deadline approaching on November 4, he remains one of the top names in trade rumors. Injuries have slowed him down, but his heart and loyalty to the Saints are stronger than ever.....

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The atmosphere in New Orleans has turned somber as the name Alvin Kamara  the Saints’ quiet hero for nearly a decade suddenly appears on the trade block ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Yet what moved fans and teammates alike was his reaction: Kamara reportedly offered to take a pay and bonus cut just to stay with the team he calls home.

According to Jeff Nowak of Audacy Sports and WWL Radio, Kamara continues to battle a nagging ankle injury that has bothered him for weeks. Despite being listed as “questionable” before nearly every game, the 30-year-old running back has continued to suit up, giving his all on every play. His steps may no longer be as explosive as they once were, but his determination remains unshaken.

Doctors have revealed that Kamara is dealing with chronic ankle tendon inflammation, a condition that easily worsens with repeated strain. Yet through eight games, he hasn’t missed a single one. Every time he rises slowly after a tackle, he claps his hands, cheering on his teammates a quiet reminder that the Saints haven’t given up.

In an emotional interview after practice this week, Alvin Kamara said with tears in his eyes:

“New Orleans is my home. This city, these fans, my brothers in the locker room, they’re my family. I don’t want to leave. I want to fight alongside my teammates, to stand with the Saints through this tough stretch. If taking a pay cut or losing bonuses helps me stay, I’ll do it today. I just want to keep giving everything I have to the place that believed in me from the start.”

His words left the locker room silent and the fanbase overwhelmed. Social media quickly flooded with messages of support, many urging the Saints’ front office to keep Kamara “no matter the cost.”

Though his numbers this season 363 rushing yards, 147 receiving yards, and one touchdown in eight games are below his career averages, every yard has been earned through pain and persistence. Once known for his agility and electric plays, Kamara now symbolizes grit, loyalty, and unbreakable spirit.

With the November 4 trade deadline fast approaching, Kamara’s future in New Orleans remains uncertain. But no matter what happens, he will forever be remembered as a player who gave more than just his talent, he gave his heart.

To the fans of New Orleans, Alvin Kamara isn’t just a star. He’s family. 🏈