Alvin Kamara Reportedly Set to Join 49ers on 5-Year, $50M Deal — But 49ers Pull Out Last Minute
In a dramatic twist that sent shockwaves through the NFL community, reports emerged that star running back Alvin Kamara was set to sign a 5-year, $50 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers. However, just hours later, insiders confirmed that the 49ers did not agree to finalize the deal — leaving fans stunned and questions swirling.
According to sources close to the negotiation, the 49ers initially expressed strong interest in bringing Kamara to the Bay Area. The team viewed him as a dynamic addition to their already elite offense, capable of elevating their Super Bowl hopes. However, as negotiations progressed, concerns reportedly arose within the front office regarding Kamara’s recent decline in production and lingering injury concerns.
One insider stated, “The 49ers front office was excited about Kamara’s potential fit, but after a deeper medical review and internal cap evaluations, they decided it wasn’t the right time to commit that level of money.”
Another issue may have been Kamara’s ongoing legal matters, which continue to cast a shadow over his long-term availability. Team ownership was said to be uncomfortable with the public optics of committing a major deal under those circumstances.
Kamara, a five-time Pro Bowler and longtime New Orleans Saints standout, is expected to seek other options on the open market. He has yet to comment publicly, but his representatives are reportedly in contact with multiple AFC teams.
For now, the 49ers will stick with Christian McCaffrey as their offensive centerpiece — a clear sign that they’re not ready to roll the dice on a high-risk signing, even one with Kamara’s star power. As the situation develops, fans will watch closely to see where the talented back ultima
tely lands.
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