2026 Week 6 Fantasy Football Breaking News: Chris Olave and Alvin Kamara Both Questionable for Saints vs. Giants
Both of New Orleans' top offensive weapons are game-time decisions Sunday — here's what it means for your lineup.
The Saints may be heading into Sunday's road game against the Giants shorthanded on offense. According to ProFootballTalk (NBC Sports), both wide receiver Chris Olave and running back Alvin Kamara are listed as questionable for Week 6.
Chris Olave
Olave missed Wednesday and Thursday practice due to illness but returned for a limited workout Friday, which ProFootballTalk (NBC Sports) notes points him in the right direction. He has been productive through five weeks — 39 catches, 537 yards, and a touchdown — so the talent and role aren't in question, just availability. Devaughn Vele is the WR2 would be a strong WR2/Flex play if Olave is out. Monitor his game-time status closely before locking in your lineup.
Alvin Kamara
Kamara's situation is arguably the bigger concern. A back injury kept him limited in practice all week — not just Wednesday and Thursday like Olave's illness — which is a less encouraging trajectory heading into Sunday. Limited practice across the full week for a running back with a back issue is a red flag. Kendre Miller would be in line for more touches with Kamara out. Treat him as a genuine game-time call and have a contingency lined up.
The Olave-Kamara connection matters here: if both miss or play through significant limitations, the Saints' offense against the Giants could look very different from what you're expecting. Don't start either player on faith — wait for pregame reports.
Data: real stats via Sleeper, projections via FantasyPros.