Walker's Free Agency: Panthers' Tough Choice

0:00It's March 6th, here's your NFL news in two minutes. NFL Free Agency opens March 11th, 2026, at 4pm Eastern Standard Time, with Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III. Topping the list of targets. The Carolina Panthers have strong interest in him, especially with Rico Doudal, likely departing and leaving a gap in their backfield. Walker had a breakout postseason, highlighted by his Super Bowl 60 Most Valuable Player Award, and 135 rushing yards in the big. Game. He even honored injured teammate Zach Charbonnet by writing his jersey number on his wrist. Some analysts warned against chasing Walker too hard, calling him a potential free agency disappointment. His success came partly because Charbonnet was sidelined, and Walker has never showed her to full workload in Seattle without that support. Injuries add to the concerns, including oblique and ankle problems that landed him on injured reserve, late in 2024, plus a growing issue.

1:00Back in 2022, teams wonder if he can stay healthy under heavy use. Panthers brass should pivot to affordable veterans or young talents on short-term deals instead. Their real priorities lie elsewhere, like bolstering linebacker, safety, and wide receiver spots to build flexibility. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, see the episode description. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound. S-O-L-L-I, solypilo.com.