NO CJ Donaldson
NFL player. Position: RB. Team: NO.
Quick Facts
- Position: RB
- Team: NO (New Orleans Saints)
- Draft: Undrafted rookie (2026)
2026 Outlook
Undrafted rookie call-up signed to active roster (not fullback in the traditional sense, but aligned there within Saints' formations). Originally promoted from practice squad in Week 1 as injury fill-in for Alvin Kamara, then re-elevated in Week 2. After proving his value on special teams (20 snaps) and in limited offensive snaps (15 snaps, 2 carries for 4 yards, 1 reception for -2 yards), the Saints opted to sign him to the 53-man roster rather than use the elevation slot each week. This move signals Saints' confidence in his versatility and special-teams value. His speed-strength combination makes him useful in short-yardage and goal-line situations. With Travis Etienne Jr. handling early-down work and Alvin Kamara as secondary back, Donaldson's role is limited-opportunity reserve, unlikely to produce consistent fantasy points unless injury strikes the backfield (per Saints' CJ Donaldson Decision Means Change Sticks for RB Depth Chart).
Role / Depth Chart
Reserve fullback/RB. Primarily used in goal-line and special-teams packages. Depth chart sits behind Travis Etienne Jr. and Alvin Kamara.
Injury Status
None reported
Recent News
- 2026-09-18 — Saints' CJ Donaldson Decision Means Change Sticks for RB Depth Chart (Saints' CJ Donaldson Decision Means Change Sticks for RB Depth Chart)