Alvin Kamara Leaves Camp With Saints In Push For Extension

[RealGM Wiretap]

Alvin Kamara is making a late push for a contract extension with the New Orleans Saints.

Kamara has been an unexcused absence from training camp since Friday, which is believed to be contract-related.

Sean Payton has declined to specify the reason for any player absences in recent days, as teams are not required to release injury reports during camp.

Kamara is scheduled to make $2.133 million in the final season of his rookie contract.

By holding out, Kamara could risk losing an accrued season, meaning he would become a restricted free agent after this season instead of unrestricted.

Via Mike Triplett/ESPN

[anatomicbomb]

The PA really needs to push for better contract guarantees in the next CBA. It's crazy how little good players can do to even keep their jobs, let alone make money or play where they want. Given the owners will probably want to rein in salaries, might be a chance to demand more certainty and/or control for the players.