Seahawks' Walker Wins OPOY, Signs Big Deal

0:00On April 9th, the Seattle Seahawks just snagged their second Super Bowl title ever, beating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60 at Levi's Stadium. Coming off a surprise run where nobody saw the mess contenders, they're now the favorites to repeat in 2026. To celebrate, the team's handing out awards for their standout players, starting with offensive player of the year, going to running back Kenneth, Walker III, Walker balled out especially in the playoffs after his teammate Zach Charbonne went down with an ACL tear. In three games, he rushed for 313 yards in four touchdowns on 65 carries, capping it with a monster 100, 35 yard, 27 carry game in the Super Bowl. That postseason explosion edged him over other stars for the award. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Walker's career best year, staying healthy for the first full season with 1,209 scrimmage yards and 5 scores, even sharing the load.

1:00The impact was huge. He proved he could carry a contender deep into January. Now he's cashed in big with the Kansas City Chiefs on a 3 year, $43 million deal, making him the fourth highest paid back in the league. Honorable mentions go to quarterback Sam Darnold for his lights out NSC championship game with 346 yards and 3 touchdowns. Plus left tackle Charles Cross, who earned a 4 year, $1.4 million extension as the anchor up front. As the Seahawks gear up to defend that crown, these awards spotlight the grit that got them there, setting the stage for another wild ride ahead.