Kenneth Walker III Joins Chiefs, Boosting Run Game

0:00It's March 9th, here's your NFL News in two minutes. Subscribe to Stay Locked in All Season, big news from the NFL Off Season as Super Bowl 60 MVP. Kenneth Walker III has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. NFL Insiders reported the deal on Monday, a three-year contract worth $43.05 million. Walker spent his first four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, where he helped them capture their second Super Bowl title last year. Walker joined the league as a second-round pick in 2022, and showed his potential right away. In the 2025 season, he started all 17 games, rushing for 1,027 yards and five touchdowns. He shared carries with Rookie's Zack Chardonnay, but stepped up big in the playoffs. Fans and analysts are buzzing about this move for Kansas City, who finished 6-11 last year and missed the postseason. Their ground game has been a sore spot for years, with no 1,000 yard rushers since 2017. Walker's arrival could change that dynamic.

1:00The Chiefs also have Patrick Mahomes coming back from a torn ACL, so bolstering the run attack takes pressure off their star quarterback. Walker bounced back strong after injuries limited him in prior seasons, proving he's a reliable lead back now. Looking ahead, this signing positions Kansas City for a rebound in 2026, with Walker ready to leave the charge and help restore there. Engine status. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor, Lincoln the Description, a pillow that plays your podcasts, music, or white noise privately. No earbuds required. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com.