New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara expressed his embarrassment and regret over an altercation he was involved in during the Pro Bowl in Las Vegas in February 2022. Kamara pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge related to the incident and recently met with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss the situation.
Kamara admitted that he was completely wrong and acknowledged the poor judgment he displayed during the incident. He expressed remorse for the harm caused and stated that he takes full responsibility for his actions. The 28-year-old athlete also mentioned that he had been dealing with the ordeal for nearly 19 months and emphasized that he never intended for anyone to get hurt.
During his meeting with Commissioner Goodell, Kamara stated that they were able to accomplish what they needed to. However, there is a possibility that he may face disciplinary action from the league. Previously, Kamara and three others had pleaded not guilty to battery charges in a Clark County courtroom. However, Kamara ultimately pleaded no contest to a lesser charge and will have to perform community service and pay over $100,000 to the victim for medical bills.
Kamara expressed his desire to keep the incident away from the media and his team, acknowledging the embarrassment it caused to himself, his family, the Saints organization, the city, and the NFL. He emphasized that he has lost a lot throughout this ordeal but is not seeking pity or validation. Instead, he is focused on taking responsibility for his actions and growing as a person.
The backstory of the incident involves Darnell Greene, who sued Kamara for $10 million in connection to the altercation. However, the civil suit has since been settled, with Kamara issuing an apology as part of the resolution. The incident occurred at Drai’s After Dark club in the Cromwell Casino on the night before the Pro Bowl. According to the police report, Kamara pushed Greene before another individual in his group hit Greene in the face, causing him to collide with a wall. Kamara then proceeded to strike Greene multiple times.
The police report further states that three others in Kamara’s group joined in the assault, stomping on Greene’s face, chest, and legs. As a result, Greene suffered an orbital fracture to his right eye and other minor injuries. Security officers intervened and escorted Kamara and his group out of the casino. Kamara was later interviewed by detectives inside Allegiant Stadium before his arrest.
Surveillance footage from the casino supported Greene’s account of the events, and the lawsuit claimed that Greene sustained injuries to his neck, back, shoulder, head, knees, and face during the alleged assault. Additionally, Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Chris Lammons, as well as Darren Young and Percy Harris, were also indicted on charges related to the incident.
In conclusion, Alvin Kamara has expressed his embarrassment and regret over the altercation he was involved in during the Pro Bowl in Las Vegas. He has taken responsibility for his actions and pleaded no contest to a lesser charge. Kamara has met with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss the situation and may face disciplinary action from the league. The civil suit filed against him has been settled, with Kamara issuing an apology as part of the resolution. It remains to be seen how this incident will impact Kamara’s career moving forward.