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Alvin Kamara returns kickoff for 106-yard touchdown

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) runs on the field for player introductions during pre-game ceremonies before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) runs on the field for player introductions during pre-game ceremonies before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
By Maghen Moore
Dec 31, 2017

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara almost did not run back this kickoff, but when he decided he would, he returned the kick for a 106-yard touchdown.

The Norcross native joined good company as one of two rookies in NFL history to have at least 5 rushing touchdowns, 5 receiving touchdowns, and a kickoff-return touchdown.

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