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Saints running back Alvin Kamara named Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week

rookie running back Alvin Kamara earned recognition from the league Friday.

Kamara was voted the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for his performance in Week Four.

The Saints' third-round pick (67th overall) totaled 96 yards from scrimmage in New Orleans' 20-0 win over the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Stadium in London.

He gained 25 yards rushing on five carries and energized the passing game with 10 catches for 71 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets.

Kamara endured tough competition for the Week Four award, as he went against Houston Texans quarterback DeShaun Watson, who totaled five touchdowns (four passing) in a 57-14 win over the Tennessee Titans.