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Kenneth Walker Downplays Return to Seattle as Chiefs Keep Focus on Preparation

His league-leading rushing has pushed Kansas City to limit his snaps and adjust the roster to protect his availability.

Overview

  • Walker is heading back to the team that drafted him but said he is concentrating on correcting Kansas City's mistakes rather than the personal moment.
  • He leads the NFL with 665 rushing yards and averages 6.3 yards per carry while helping the Chiefs to an unbeaten start.
  • Teammates and coach Andy Reid call the trip a special moment for Walker and praise his toughness and one-speed running style.
  • Kansas City reported practice absences for tackle Jaylon Moore and receiver Rashee Rice while tackle Josh Simmons returned to practice and kicker Harrison Butker has missed multiple kicks this season.
  • Walker was a 2022 second-round pick who became Seattle's feature back late last season and won Super Bowl MVP after rushing for 135 yards, and the Chiefs are preparing to share work with rookie Emmett Johnson to preserve Walker over the season.