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Kenneth Walker starts strong for Chiefs, eyeing historic MVP bid

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Kenneth Walker starts strong for Chiefs, eyeing historic MVP bid
Summary

Kenneth Walker, now with the Kansas City Chiefs, has made a significant impact in the 2026 season after joining from the Seattle Seahawks. Currently, he is on pace to break several NFL rushing records, with potential totals including over 2,261 rushing yards and 2,584 yards from scrimmage. As running backs have seen dwindling MVP recognition in recent years, Walker's performance places him in a unique position to contend for the award. Historically, only 18 running backs have won the MVP since 1957, with the last award going to Adrian Peterson in 2012. Walker's success will depend on maintaining his high level of play throughout the season.

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  • •Kenneth Walker is on pace for a historic 2026 season with the Chiefs.
  • •Walker leads at his position with potential record-breaking rushing yards.
  • •Only one running back has won MVP in the last 20 years.
  • •The Chiefs' offense has transformed with Walker's addition.
  • •Walker aims to join an elite group of running back MVPs.
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  • 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — History of RBs to win NFL MVP: How Chiefs star Kenneth Walker could snap the QBs streak
What they're saying
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Walker's strong start to the season has him on pace to break NFL records.

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