New Orleans Saints 2019 NFL draft outlook: Running backs
 

Alvin Kamara quickly became one of the best running backs in the NFL during his first two seasons with the New Orleans Saints.

Since the Saints picked him in the third round in 2017, Kamara has scored 31 total touchdowns and managed to take on a larger share of the workload than most running backs to previously play under coach Sean Payton, who frequently mixes personnel.

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Even with Kamara as the top option, the Saints will lean on Latavius Murray as the No. 2 back after signing him to replace Mark Ingram, who signed with the Ravens in free agency. Behind Murray, the Saints have only Dwayne Washington, who looked good in his brief offensive opportunities last season but is primarily a special teams contributor.

Knowing how much Payton changes personnel from play to play, there’s always a chance the the Saints will look to bring in reinforcements in the backfield, so don’t be surprised if they seek another back in the draft later this month.


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Re: New Orleans Saints 2019 NFL draft outlook: Running backs
 

They will pick up a back in the later rounds.

Re: New Orleans Saints 2019 NFL draft outlook: Running backs
 

If Montgomery or Harris falls to our 5th, get either one with a quickness. Think T. Williams or Gaskin would be a steal with a 6th or 7th in this offense.

Re: New Orleans Saints 2019 NFL draft outlook: Running backs
 

Alex Mattison - Boise St.

Has a lot of patience in his running style. Good lower body strength.