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Kenneth Walker III leads NFL in key categories as Chiefs improve to 2-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 7:05 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Kenneth Walker III leads NFL in key categories as Chiefs improve to 2-0

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III is off to a strong start this season, leading the NFL in rushing yards, scrimmage yards, broken tackles, and yards after contact. The Chiefs posted a 2-0 record, reversing their struggles from the previous season. Coach Andy Reid and offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy have relied heavily on Walker, who has recorded 290 rushing yards and one touchdown on 47 carries in the first two games. There are concerns regarding Walker's heavy workload, and discussions about increasing opportunities for rookie Emmett Johnson have emerged.

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Status Watch

•Kenneth Walker III leads the league in multiple rushing categories.
•Chiefs improved to 2-0 after a challenging previous season.
•Walker has 290 rushing yards and one touchdown so far.
•Concerns exist about managing Walker's workload for the season.
•The team aims to give more carries to rookie Emmett Johnson.

Latest Updates

7:05 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs Share Kenneth Walker III News Amid Running Back’s Hot Start

What they're saying

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The Kansas City Chiefs shared news that running back Kenneth Walker is leading the league in four key offensive categories. The post Chiefs Share Kenneth Walker III News Amid Running Back’s Hot Start appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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