Overview
- After Combine discussions, a league-source report says Seattle expects Kenneth Walker III may leave and has encouraged him to test his value before revisiting talks at lower numbers.
- Sports Illustrated projects roughly $14 million per year for Walker, positioning him as the top running back option in this free-agent class.
- The Seahawks have until March 9 to reach an agreement before the legal tampering window allows Walker to negotiate with other teams.
- Interest is mounting, with the Giants described as very interested and analysts identifying the Giants, Chiefs and Saints as strong potential fits.
- The choice carries depth risk given Zach Charbonnet’s ACL tear jeopardizes his 2026 season, as Seattle tends to roster business by tendering ERFAs Ty Okada and George Holani.