Fantasy football is a puzzle, and the managers overcomplicate matters when it comes to their draft plans. But occasionally, the most straightforward moves prove to be best. 

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara is one of those easy, high-impact players who may make your 2025 fantasy campaign. 

Here is how you can make him your choice in your 2025 fantasy football draft.

 

Alvin Kamara Stats

Kamara's career numbers do the talking. He's one of the elite running backs to consistently provide more than 100 yards from scrimmage per contest. That number, which is a total of rushing and receiving yards, reflects his dual-threat designation. Kamara was headed for his inaugural 1,000-yard rush season in 2024 when he was injured and derailed his season.

Even with that, he was fantasy point RB1 for the first six weeks and the RB2 for 12 weeks. This level of production, even on a five-win Saints team, attests to his ability to produce in spite of team performance.

Place that in perspective against other elite-level running backs. While one of just four NFL running backs ever to average more than 100 yards per game from scrimmage in his career—Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey, and Jonathan Taylor are the others—somehow Kamara falls to the fifth or sixth round in fantasy drafts. 

Kamara falls into the latter rounds, producing outrageous value for a man with the same ceiling. His 2024 campaign, even on the Saints' weak offense, shows he can get it done in weak atmospheres like Chuba Hubbard getting 1,400 scrimmage yards on an equally weak Carolina Panthers squad.

 

A New Kellen Moore Offense Plan

Bringing on offensive coordinator Kellen Moore in New Orleans is a fantasy creator for Kamara. Moore, who has established himself as a creative play-caller and player maximizer, already has labeled Kamara a "premier player" in the NFL. Moore's scheme is centered around getting the ball to playmakers in space, and it's tailored to Kamara's skill set perfectly. Either through planned runs or check-down passes, Moore proved that Kamara will be a shining point of the Saints offense in 2025.

This change in running attack strategy would only contribute to boosting Kamara's output even more. With his designation as the load-carrying runner as well as a pass-catching runner, Kamara is the ideal man for Moore's designs, which envision running backs deployed in two-way utilization. Consider how Moore used players such as Austin Ekeler in LA—Kamara might experience a similar rise in targets and touches, which would contribute to an increase in fantasy value.

 

Why Saints Team Success Doesn't Matter

One of the general criticisms of playing players from losing teams is they don't see their fair share of scoring opportunities. Kamara's 2024 season destroys that myth, though. Even with the Saints' horrific five-win season, he was still a fantasy force, amassing top-notch numbers before suffering an injury. 

This resilience is reflective of Chuba Hubbard ilk who gained a ton of yardage on a bad team. Kamara's capability of succeeding despite a mediocre situation makes him a safe pick, even when the Saints' offense as a team isn't lighting 2025 on fire.

 

Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Don't Overthink It

Fantasy football success is so much about finding value where others won't. Kamara's fifth- or sixth-round ADP is a golden opportunity to get a first-round-caliber player. While others are looking for untested newcomers or overvalued players, you can get an elite, proven performer who's primed for a monster year in the hands of Kellen Moore.

To get the most out your draft, match Kamara with a high-potential wide receiver or quarterback in the first couple rounds. His steady production will balance out your running back spot, and you can gamble elsewhere. For more details on where Kamara ranks with the rest of the running backs, take a look at the Fantasy Alarm Draft Guide for expert opinions and rankings.

Alvin Kamara is a fantasy football gem in plain sight. His career-high production, new OC, and proven track record of succeeding on a dysfunctional team make Kamara an unqualified draft must-buy in 2025. Don't be misled by his fifth-round ADP—Kamara is capable of delivering RB1 numbers and leading your team to a championship. Take the convenient route and draft Alvin Kamara. Your fantasy team will be all the better for it.