Kenneth Walker III finds success with Chiefs after leaving Seahawks

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Kenneth Walker III finds success with Chiefs after leaving Seahawks
Summary

Kenneth Walker III is excelling as a running back with the Kansas City Chiefs, having produced impressive numbers this season, including a league-leading 665 rushing yards. The Seattle Seahawks opted not to re-sign Walker this past offseason, reportedly offering around $10 million per season while planning to use him in a timeshare. Walker signed a three-year deal with the Chiefs worth $14.35 million per season, where he has flourished as a feature back. The Seahawks' decisions regarding Walker are now viewed as questionable in light of his performance. Walker faces Seattle on Sunday Night Football in Week 7.

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  • •Kenneth Walker III has recorded 665 rushing yards at 6.3 yards per carry this season.
  • •The Seahawks let Walker leave for the Chiefs after offering $10 million per season.
  • •Seattle planned to use Walker in a timeshare with Zach Charbonnet.
  • •Walker won Super Bowl MVP and excelled in the playoffs with Seattle.
  • •He will face his former team in Week 7 on Sunday Night Football.
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  • 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks had ridiculous plans for Kenneth Walker III before he left for Chiefs
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Based on these reported plans, Kenneth Walker III made the right call to leave Seattle.

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