Travis Etienne Jr., now in his first season with the New Orleans Saints after signing a four-year deal in free agency, has 128 rushing yards on 30 carries through three 2026 games. A left hamstring injury sustained in Week 3 against the Raiders led to his placement on injured reserve, sidelining the 27-year-old for at least four games with a potential return after the Week 8 bye. Alvin Kamara and Kendre Miller are handling the bulk of backfield work in his absence. Upon activation, Etienne’s role, workload, and efficiency in the Saints’ offense under head coach Kellen Moore will shape his final regular-season total, alongside any lingering effects from the injury that previously limited him in prior years.