Before training camp officially kicks off, the New Orleans Saints typically hold press conferences with general manager Mickey Loomis and head coach Kellen Moore. Looking ahead to their media availability, here are three of the biggest questions Loomis will be asked to shed light on the team’s budding direction, ongoing negotiations and previous moves.
How close are negotiations with wide receiver Chris Olave?
It’s already been reported that ongoing negotiations with the team won’t jeopardize Olave’s participation early in camp. That indicates that talks have at least been positive enough for the wideout to embrace the team’s vision over holding on during practices. But how far the Saints feel negotiations have progressed can shed a lot of light on what to expect in regards to timeline.
With his new deal, what role do the Saints envision running back Alvin Kamara serving?
Kamara and the Saints worked out a reduced deal that makes it possible for the running back to be with the club in 2026. However, with the pay adjustment, it also indicates a new role for the back. Getting clarity on how the Saints envision that role coming together will be intriguing as it serves as the basis for the deal’s adjustment.
How soon does the team expect high-profile players managing injury to be involved in camp?
With players like rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, running back Kendre Miller, defensive tackle Zxavian Harris and others not participating during offseason practices in order to maintain their recovery plan, who hits the field when will be a major story as camp kicks off. Especially Tyson and Olave.
Tyson was on a plan to continue his recovery from a hamstring ailment suffered during his final year at Arizona State while Olave wasn’t yet cleared from his medical treatment following a blood clot that sidelined him for Week 18.
Olave is expected to be cleared and good to go for camp, while Tyson’s ramp up could logically continue. But getting an idea of the timeframe for each, as well as other players will help set expectations for camp. Learning about players that could start on injury lists will be valuable as well.
