New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (concussion) didn't practice all week and has been ruled out for the Week 18 regular-season finale on Sunday against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers after he suffered a concussion in the Week 17 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Alvin Kamara (groin) is doubtful to play as well, which means Clyde Edwards-Helaire could lead the Saints' backfield against the Bucs this weekend, with veteran Jamaal Williams and Jordan Mims also pitching in. The 22-year-old Miller dealt with more injuries in his sophomore season in the NFL after playing in only eight games as a rookie in 2023. The former TCU product played in just eight games in 2024 and had 39 rushing attempts for 148 yards and one touchdown, adding five catches for 33 yards. Miller's standing in the organization has likely soured after two injury-filled years to begin his career.
Jan 3, 2025 3:28 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (concussion) did not practice on Wednesday prior to the Week 18 finale against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If Miller can't clear concussion protocol by Sunday, newly acquired back Clyde Edwards-Helaire seems likely to lead the backfield again, though he drew only five carries last week against Las Vegas. With the Saints way out of the playoff picture and quarterback Derek Carr (left hand) and running back Alvin Kamara (groin) still not practicing, the entire offense looks to be avoidable in any format that still plays Week 18.
Jan 2, 2025 9:32 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (concussion) is in the league's concussion protocol after suffering a concussion in the Week 17 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Miller didn't play the entire second half and finished with only four touches and 19 scrimmage yards. The Saints were also without starter Alvin Kamara (groin) and could very well be again for the Week 18 regular-season finale against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers, too. If both Miller and Kamara are not cleared for this weekend, Clyde Edwards-Helaire would likely lead the Saints' backfield, with veteran Jamaal Williams serving in a backup role. In his first game action of 2024, Edwards-Helaire led the team's backfield with only five carries for 20 yards while catching two of four targets for 10 yards. With the Saints already eliminated from the playoffs, Miller will likely be fighting an uphill battle to play against Tampa.
Dec 30, 2024 6:35 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. He finishes the game with three carries for three yards and one catch for 16 yards on one target. The only two running backs on the depth chart for the rest of this game are Jamaal Williams and Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Miller's status is up in the air now for their Week 18 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Dec 29, 2024 3:00 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (head) is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return on Sunday against the Raiders. The second-year back accrued three yards on three carries and one catch for 16 yards before leaving the game in the second quarter. His status will likely be monitored through halftime to see if he can return. In the meantime, Clyde Edwards-Helaire should see extra opportunities both on the ground and through the air.
Dec 29, 2024 2:25 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller was the odds-on favorite to assume the role as the team's featured back after Alvin Kamara (groin) was declared out before Week 16. Unfortunately for Miller, that game turned into a blowout early on and the coaching staff pivoted to a two-minute offense that involved a surprisingly heavy dose of Jordan Mims. Miller finished the game with a 40% snap share to Mims' 43% and logged just 10 touches for a total of 31 yards from scrimmage. Miller is expected to sit atop the depth chart again in Week 17 but seeing how quickly the Saints moved away from him last week should give fantasy managers pause before entrusting him with a starting spot in the final week of fantasy football. Additionally, New Orleans will be missing starting linemen Erik McCoy (elbow) and Lucas Patrick (knee). Managers hoping to lock up a championship this weekend should weigh their alternatives before locking Miller in.
Dec 28, 2024 3:30 AM EST
Those hoping that New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller would be the late-season add that would propel fantasy teams to the championship round of the fantasy playoffs were sorely disappointed on Monday night. Miller handled eight carriers and gained just 15 rushing yards in the 35-0 loss to the Green Bay Packers. He also caught both of his targets for 16 receiving yards. After taking over the Saints' backfield following Alvin Kamara's (groin) early departure last week, Miller finished with fewer snaps than fellow backup Jordan Mims. In postgame comments, interim head coach Darren Rizzi alluded to having a plan to use Miller that went out the window after falling in an early hole which forced New Orleans into playing catchup. Kamara's status for Week 17 is unknown at this point but if he misses another game then Miller should have an easier time against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Dec 24, 2024 3:44 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller should operate as the team's primary option out of the backfield in Week 16. Lead running back Alvin Kamara (groin) exited last week's game against the Commanders and was later diagnosed with an adductor injury and did not practice at all this week. After Kamara's early departure in the fourth quarter, Miller took over the backfield getting eight carries before the end of the game. He finished with a total of nine rushes for 46 yards. The second-year man out of TCU appears to have leapfrogged veteran Jamaal Williams, who saw just four offensive snaps against Washington. Even though Miller is suddenly the top dog in New Orleans, it may not translate to fantasy success on Monday night when the Saints face Green Bay. Over the last four weeks, the Packers have held opposing running backs to the eighth-fewest rushing yards and a league-leading 3.46 yards per carry. Miller projects as a high-end RB3 in Week 16.
Dec 22, 2024 2:52 AM EST
Running back Kendre Miller ended up as the Saints' leading rusher in Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Washington Commanders. Miller's 46 rushing yards on his nine carries were enough to lead the team in both categories. He did not catch his one target but handled three kickoffs, gaining a total of 83 return yards. Miller had one carry in the first quarter but was not used again until the fourth quarter. Miller had a carry on the first play of the fourth, after which Alvin Kamara (groin) exited due to injury. With Kamara sidelined, the backfield was left to Miller. Fellow running back Jamaal Williams did not see a touch nor a target and finished with six snaps to Miller's 26 for the game. Kamara's status for Week 16 is not yet known but if he is forced to miss time Miller is a must-add. The Saints play the Packers in Week 16 followed by the Raiders in the fantasy championship round.
Dec 16, 2024 1:35 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller scored a rough-and-tumble touchdown in his return from injured reserve in Week 14. Miller out-touched Jamaal Williams 10-to-5 backing up Alvin Kamara (illness) and saw a 17-to-5 advantage in their snap counts, as well. Kamara logged consecutive DNPs to start Week 15 which allowed Miller to see more reps in practice. Kamara recovered well enough to practice in full on Friday and is off the team's injury report, relegating Miller to his expected backup role and limiting his fantasy value. There is a chance that the 5-8 Saints pull back on their blistering use of Kamara and give Miller more work but the offense as a whole is a downgrade with quarterback Jake Haener pulling a start in lieu of the ailing Derek Carr (concussion, hand). Miller is a solid bench stash but he should not be in starting lineups for the first round of the fantasy playoffs.
Dec 14, 2024 5:21 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller was activated from injured reserve on Saturday and made an immediate impact in his first action since Week 8. Miller took 10 carries for 32 rushing yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 14-11 win over the Giants. He was also targeted once but did not secure the catch and logged a 31-yard kickoff return. Miller's score came on a run from eight yards out and showed a blend of elusiveness and strength. After taking the handoff, Miller sidestepped one defender in the backfield, slipped out of the reach of another, then dropped his shoulder and flattened a third before getting tied up in a mix of Giants and Saints. Miller stayed on his feet as multiple Giants tried to tackle and/or pull the ball from his arms as he powered into the end zone. Miller should continue to operate as the direct backup to Alvin Kamara as the Saints move on to face the Commanders, though the entire offense will take a hit if Derek Carr's (hand, head) injuries force him to miss time.
Dec 9, 2024 3:30 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring), who was activated from Injured Reserve on Saturday, is officially active for the Week 14 contest on Sunday against the New York Giants. Miller was listed as questionable on the team's final injury report on Friday but will suit up for the first time since Week 8. The second-year back out of TCU has mostly been injured since entering the league last year, and he's missed 11 of 13 games in 2024 due to two separate stints on IR. The 22-year-old is healthy now, though, and should have a role in New Orleans' backfield behind Alvin Kamara over the final five game of the season. However, veteran Jamaal Williams is also still around, and the Saints figure to ease Miller into the fold in his return this weekend against the G-Men. Miller should be avoided in starting fantasy lineups in Week 14, but he's worth a deep-league handcuff for Kamara.
Dec 8, 2024 11:45 AM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) has been activated off the injured reserve ahead of the Week 14 matchup against the New York Giants. Miller is currently listed as questionable, but is expected to make his return to the field after a four-game absence. It's unclear how much Miller is going to be involved with Alvin Kamara getting a bulk of the carries in the backfield right now. Possibly, Miller gets more attention with Taysom Hill (knee) done for the season. However, fantasy managers shouldn't count on Miller as a viable streaming option for Week 14.
Dec 7, 2024 6:20 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) is listed as questionable in the team's final injury report ahead of its Week 14 matchup against the New York Giants. The second-year back spent the first six weeks on the sidelines while recovering from a preseason hamstring injury, only to see minimal action in two games before landing back on injured reserve. Interim head coach Darren Rizzi indicated in comments to the media on Friday that Miller was trending in the right direction, though he stopped short of confirming that he will take the field. Should the Saints deem him healthy enough for action, he will give the team an alternative to Jamaal Williams when Alvin Kamara needs a breather. Seeing as how Miller will be vying for playing time behind one of the most heavily used backs in the league, fantasy managers don't need to be in a rush to add him ahead of Sunday's game.
Dec 7, 2024 5:58 AM EST
Despite receiving a questionable tag for the Week 14 game on Sunday against the New York Giants, New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) is expected to be activated off Injured Reserve and play. The second-year back out of TCU hasn't played since Week 8 and has only seen action in two games in 2024, carrying the ball nine times for 52 yards while catching two passes for one yard. The 22-year-old has mostly been injured since the Saints took him in the third round in 2023, as Miller has appeared in just 10 total games. However, he's averaged 5.8 yards per carry in his limited sample size earlier this year and could be given a decent role down the stretch behind Alvin Kamara with tight end Taysom Hill (knee) out for the rest of the season. Expect Miller to be the RB3 behind Kamara and Jamaal Williams on Sunday against the Giants, but his role could grow over the next four weeks.
Dec 6, 2024 6:15 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) logged another full practice on Friday, according to John Hendrix. This is a great sign, as the sophomore running back has been on the injured reserve with a hamstring injury since Week 9. Miller has battled the injury bug all season and has appeared in just two games all season. During this small stint, the TCU product tallied just nine carries but averaged an impressive 5.8 yards per carry. This is a nice increase compared to the 3.8 yards per carry he averaged during his rookie campaign. If Miller can return to action this weekend, fantasy managers should view him as a potential stash candidate, as Alvin Kamara should continue to see the bulk of opportunities in the New Orleans backfield.
Dec 5, 2024 4:58 PM EST
The New Orleans Saints opened running back Kendre Miller's (hamstring) 21-day practice window on Wednesday to return from Injured Reserve, and he was able to put in a full practice. Miller injured his hamstring in the Week 8 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and has missed the required four games on IR. The 22-year-old second-year back out of TCU will be eligible to return this weekend to face the New York Giants in Week 14, but it doesn't mean the Saints will rush him back. The Saints could use Miller back after just losing tight end Taysom Hill (knee) for the year. However, when Miller does return, he's likely to be eased in as the team's RB3 behind Alvin Kamara and Jamaal Williams. He's been a bust since being taken in the third round in 2023, playing in just 10 total games (two this year), averaging 4.2 yards per carry. Miller is rostered in only 3% of Yahoo leagues currently.
Dec 4, 2024 7:57 PM EST
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Bub Means (ankle) and running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) have been placed on the injured reserve on Saturday. The Saints are going to be thin on depth as the injuries keep piling up on them. The absence of Means should give Marquez Valdes-Scantling more snaps, but fantasy managers shouldn't trust him as a reliable option. Miller has missed most of the season, but returned for each of the last two games. Now, Alvin Kamara should see a heavy workload with Miller out and Jamaal Williams (groin) doubtful to play. Kamara should be an elite fantasy option against the below average Carolina Panthers defense.
Nov 2, 2024 6:52 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of the Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Miller made his return to the field in Week 7, but that didn't last too long. He rushed for 52 yards on nine carries over the last two games. Alvin Kamara is getting the bulk of the carries right now anyway. Miller might be worth holding because the Saints are banged up, but he's unlikely to have a big role in the offense going forward.
Nov 1, 2024 3:00 PM EST
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller ended up as the team's leading rusher in Week 7, taking six carries for 36 yards. Featured back Alvin Kamara (hand, ribs) is nursing injuries that may finally be impacting his productivity (2.5 YPC in the last three weeks) which might open the door for Miller to see more snaps. Unfortunately, any extra opportunities he may see in Week 8 will come against the Los Angeles Chargers, who are operating one of the best defenses in the league. The Chargers have given up the fourth-fewest PPR points to opposing running backs and the sixth-fewest total rushing yards. The anticipated return of Taysom Hill (ribs) would work against Miller as well. While there is no guarantee for immediate returns, Miller does make for a decent stash option given Kamara's health and Jamaal Williams' ineffectiveness as a backup.
Oct 26, 2024 5:40 AM EST
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