Kenneth Walker shines for Chiefs amid offseason uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Kenneth Walker III has made a strong impact since joining the Kansas City Chiefs this season, rushing for 537 yards and four touchdowns as the team starts 4-0. After being named Super Bowl MVP with the Seattle Seahawks, Walker faced uncertainty entering free agency. He expressed gratitude for joining the Chiefs, noting their hard work and the trust of quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Walker's success could see him reach the 1,000-yard milestone by midseason, a feat unachieved by any Chiefs running back since Mahomes began as starter in 2018.
- •Kenneth Walker has 537 rushing yards and four touchdowns this season.
- •The Chiefs are off to a 4-0 start in the NFL.
- •Walker was previously uncertain about his future entering free agency.
- •Mahomes advocated for the Chiefs to acquire Walker during the playoffs.
- •Kansas City has not had a 1,000-yard rusher since 2018.
- 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Kenneth Walker's fast start with the Chiefs comes after uncertain offseason for the Super Bowl MVP
"Kenneth Walker III had moments of uncertainty after the Super Bowl MVP helped the Seattle Seahawks win the Lombardi Trophy in February.Facing free agency for the first time, Walker wasn’t sure about his future.
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