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Kenneth Walker III named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Kenneth Walker III named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September 2026. Walker achieved 442 scrimmage yards, including 360 rushing and 82 receiving yards, alongside four touchdowns. He is the third Chiefs running back to earn this honor in the last 20 seasons, following Kareem Hunt and Jerrick McKinnon. This recognition caps off a strong start to his NFL career, as he became the first player to score both a rushing and receiving touchdown in two of his first three games. Buffalo Bills linebacker Greg Rousseau and Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson were also honored for defense and special teams, respectively.

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By the Numbers

•Walker totaled 442 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns in September.
•He became the first player to score a rushing and receiving touchdown in two of three games.
•Walker joins Hunt and McKinnon as Chiefs to win the AFC Offensive Player of the Month.
•Rousseau and McPherson were named AFC Players of the Month for defense and special teams.
•The award highlights Walker's significant impact in the early part of the season.

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