DeMarco Murray joins Chiefs as running backs coach to boost rushing game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:15 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
DeMarco Murray has taken on the role of running backs coach for the Kansas City Chiefs, a team that struggled with its rushing game in the past season. Murray, a former Oklahoma star and coach, replaces Todd Pinkston and aims to improve a unit that ranked 25th in rushing yards last season. The Chiefs' significant investment in running back Kenneth Walker highlights their focus on revamping the running game. Walker, freshly off a Super Bowl MVP, has impressed in offseason practices. Murray aims to instill his coaching principles while leveraging his extensive playing experience to enhance the performance of the running backs.
- •Murray replaces Todd Pinkston as Chiefs' running backs coach.
- •Kansas City rushed for 1,812 yards last season, with Mahomes contributing significantly.
- •Kenneth Walker signed a three-year, $43 million contract with the Chiefs.
- •Murray has emphasized ball security and trust during offseason practices.
- •The Chiefs consulted Murray regarding their recent draft pick, R Mason Thomas.
- 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — How Oklahoma Legend DeMarco Murray Is Fitting In With The Chiefs
"Former Oklahoma star and coach DeMarco Murray is charged with improving the Chiefs running game, which now features Kenneth Walker.
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