Saints‘ Running Back Pursuit Complicated by Commanders’ Trade
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By Priyashah, World-Today-News.com
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The New Orleans Saints’ potential strategy of acquiring a running back via trade has become more challenging following a recent move in the NFC. While some analysts suggest the saints should prioritize retaining future draft capital,reports indicated the team was actively exploring trade options to bolster their running back room.
Specifically,New Orleans reportedly gauged the market for available running backs.However, one prominent name perhaps available is now off the board.According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the washington Commanders have traded running back Brian Robinson Jr. to the San Francisco 49ers.
Robinson represented a logical target for the Saints,possessing a skillset that could have complemented Alvin Kamara. His move to San Francisco, where he will join forces with Christian McCaffrey, substantially alters the landscape of potential trade targets for New Orleans.
Remaining options, though potentially more expensive or less impactful, include New York Jets running back Breece Hall, Jacksonville Jaguars’ Travis Etienne, and Seattle Seahawks veteran Kenneth Walker III. However, the departure of Robinson removes one of the most appealing options from the trade market.
Current Saints Running Back Situation
Currently, the Saints roster features seven running backs: Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller (entering his third season), veterans Clyde edwards-Helaire, Cam Akers, and Velus Jones Jr., and rookies Devin Neal and Marcus Yarns. the performance of this group during the preseason and training camp has been, to date, unremarkable.
If the Saints identify a running back capable of significantly improving the position at a reasonable cost, thay may pursue a trade to add competition and depth. However, acquiring a player committed beyond the 2025 season at a favorable price is becoming increasingly challenging.
Waiting Game?
A potentially prudent strategy for the Saints involves waiting until after the NFL’s roster cut deadline on Tuesday, August 26. This could unlock opportunities to acquire veteran running backs released by other teams, potentially at a lower cost than a trade. This approach allows the Saints to assess the available talent without sacrificing valuable draft assets.
“The Saints have a solid base,but a true difference-maker could elevate their offense,” notes NFL analyst James palmer.
“The key is finding that player without overpaying.”
The Saints face a critical decision: invest in a trade now, potentially overpaying for a limited upgrade, or exercise patience and explore the market after roster cuts, hoping to find a hidden gem.
