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Norcross alumnus Alvin Kamara celebrates Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Saints running back Alvin Kamara was named the 2017 NFL Rookie of the Year.

Credit: Mike Coppola

Credit: Mike Coppola

Saints running back Alvin Kamara was named the 2017 NFL Rookie of the Year.
Feb 13, 2018

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara let the good times roll over the weekend as he celebrated Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

Kamara, the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year who formerly played at Norcross High School, can be seen marching down the streets of New Orleans along with teammate Marshon Lattimore, taking selfies with fans and taking in the experience.

The full video of Kamara and Lattimore’s experience at Mardi Gras can be watched below:

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