Chiefs face decision on Kenneth Walker's role after strong start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are off to a strong start this NFL season, holding a 2-0 record. Running back Kenneth Walker III has made a significant impact, accumulating 369 total yards and two touchdowns in the first two games. Following a 31-10 victory against the Denver Broncos and a 33-30 overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts, the Chiefs may need to consider how to manage Walker's workload moving forward, particularly with rookie Emmett Johnson emerging as a viable option in the backfield. Head coach Andy Reid expressed interest in balancing snaps between both players as the season progresses.
- •Kenneth Walker has 56 touches and two touchdowns in two games.
- •Chiefs defeated Broncos and Colts in their opening matches.
- •Rookie Emmett Johnson has shown promise with 103 total yards.
- •Head coach Andy Reid plans to balance roles of both running backs.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Kenneth Walker’s message leaves Chiefs with tough call to make after 2 games
"The Kansas City Chiefs have a tough call to make with running back Kenneth Walker after 2 games.
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