Kenneth Walker III will miss preseason finale against Seahawks due to injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Kenneth Walker III, the former Seattle Seahawks running back now with the Kansas City Chiefs, will not participate in the preseason finale on August 28 due to a swollen ankle. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid confirmed Walker’s absence, along with several other key players including Patrick Mahomes and Josh Simmons. The ankle swelling is attributed to his cleat, and Reid indicated that it is not a long-term concern. Although Walker will miss this matchup, he is expected to return when the Seahawks host the Chiefs in Week 7 of the regular season.
- •Kenneth Walker III has a swollen ankle and will not play on August 28.
- •Patrick Mahomes and other starters are also resting for the preseason finale.
- •Andy Reid confirmed Walker's injury is not long-term.
- •The Chiefs will face the Seahawks in the regular season in Week 7.
- •Garrett Nussmeier will start for the Chiefs in Walker's absence.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why Kenneth Walker III won’t be playing vs. Seahawks on Friday
"Walker is one of at least nine players who won’t suit up for their preseason finale.
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