Kenneth Walker leads NFL rushing yards after Week 1; Bears excel running
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Following Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season, Kenneth Walker III leads rushing yards with 173 after his debut with the Kansas City Chiefs, highlighted by a 60-yard touchdown against the Denver Broncos in a 31-10 victory. The Chicago Bears also shined, rushing for 291 yards and scoring six rushing touchdowns in a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers, with D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai each surpassing 100 yards. Other notable performers included Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions, who recorded 156 yards, and Derrick Henry with 144 yards for the Baltimore Ravens.
- •Kenneth Walker has 173 rushing yards after Chiefs debut.
- •Bears rush for 291 yards in victory over Panthers.
- •D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai both exceed 100 yards.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs ranks second with 156 rushing yards.
- •Derrick Henry continues strong performance with 144 yards.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — NFL rushing yards leaders after Week 1 feature Kenneth Walker, two Bears RBs
"Kenneth Walker III reigns supreme on the list of rushing yards leaders after NFL Week 1.
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