The New York Giants are beefing up their offense, but the question remains: can they fully leverage this newfound power? With the towering 6-foot-4, 245-pound Isaiah Likely stepping in for the smaller Wan'Dale Robinson, and the 300-pound Patrick Ricard arriving to bulldoze as the team’s new fullback, the Giants seem poised for a power shift.
Ricard, affectionately dubbed "Pancake Pat," is set to clear paths for Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. However, there's chatter that new head coach John Harbaugh might still be eyeing a veteran running back to bolster his return to smash-mouth football.
Earlier in free agency, the Giants were linked to running backs Kenneth Walker III and Tavis Etienne. Both have since signed elsewhere, but with the dust settling, it might be time for the Giants to revisit the RB market.
Enter Alvin Kamara, who could be a prime target after the Saints' recent signing of Tavis Etienne to a hefty four-year, $52 million deal. This move has put Kamara's future in New Orleans in question, and the Giants should be ready to make a move.
The Giants need to keep a close eye on Kamara's situation. If he becomes available, he could be a game-changer for Big Blue.
While Kamara is set to earn $11.5 million in 2026, the Saints have already converted a significant portion of his salary into a non-guaranteed bonus, leaving only $3 million guaranteed. This financial maneuvering makes Kamara an attractive option compared to a sixth-round draft pick.
For the Giants, acquiring Kamara could mean a significant boost to their ground game, and his dual-threat ability would also enhance the passing attack. Over nine seasons, Kamara has amassed impressive stats: 7,250 rushing yards, 61 rushing touchdowns, 4,948 receiving yards, and 25 receiving scores. That's a staggering 12,198 all-purpose yards and 86 total touchdowns.
Imagine a backfield featuring Kamara alongside Skattebo and Tracy, with Ricard leading the charge. Harbaugh could have a formidable, bruising backfield ready to dominate defenses. It might just be worth picking up the phone and making that call.