Saints signing RB Travis Etienne. (via @rapsheet) https://t.co/j6KrE6qOit
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This post announces the New Orleans Saints signing former Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. to a four-year, $52 million contract during the NFL free agency legal tampering period[1][2][3]. Etienne, a Louisiana native and 2021 first-round pick (No. 25 overall), returns home after rushing for 1,107 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2025, plus 6 receiving TDs, marking his third 1,000-yard season[1][3]. The move bolsters the Saints' backfield alongside Alvin Kamara, potentially shifting roles and impacting Kamara's workload as he ages, while aiding young QB Tyler Shough[2][4].
🔥Why It's Trending
The post is trending due to breaking on March 9, 2026, the first day of NFL free agency tampering, when teams negotiate deals before official signing[1][2]. As one of the top available RBs, Etienne's splashy $52M contract to his hometown Saints generates buzz among fans, fantasy players, and analysts[5]. It sparks debates on backfield dynamics with Kamara and Jaguars' roster moves[4].
💡Fun Facts
- 1Travis Etienne is from Jennings, Louisiana, making his Saints signing a true homecoming just hours from family[1][2].
- 2He missed his entire 2021 rookie year with a Lisfranc foot injury but has three 1,000-yard rushing seasons since[3].
- 3Etienne ranks third on Jaguars' all-time rushing list with 3,798 yards despite only four seasons[3][4].
- 4His 2025 season featured a career-high 13 total TDs (7 rush, 6 receiving), fueling Jacksonville's 13-4 record[2][3].
- 5The $52M deal ties for the Saints' second-largest contract and ranks Etienne around 7th among 2026 NFL RB salaries[4][6].
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Travis Etienne agrees to join Saints
At least for now, Travis Etienne has played his last game with the Jaguars.
Travis Etienne signing with Saints: New Orleans acquires former Jaguars first-round pick
A Louisiana native, Etienne will get a chance to play for his hometown team
Source: Travis Etienne Jr., David Edwards to sign with Saints
The Saints have reached a four-year, $52M deal with ex-Jaguars RB Travis Etienne Jr. and a four-year, $61M deal with guard David Edwards, sources told ESPN.
https://www.nfl.com/_amp/saints-signing-ex-jaguars-rb-travis-etienne-ex-bills-ol-david-edwards
https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/saints-rb-depth-chart-travis-etienne-jr-signing-alvin-kamara/57d4148150e6a7e96397e625
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