Trending Now - Chiefs Secure Super Bowl MVP Walker III With New Contract

WHO:

Kenneth Walker III, running back, Super Bowl MVP

Isiah Pacheco, running back for the Kansas City Chiefs

Kareem Hunt, running back for the Kansas City Chiefs

Zach Charbonnet, running back for the Seattle Seahawks

George Holani, running back for the Seattle Seahawks

Kenny McIntosh, running back for the Seattle Seahawks

Patrick Mahomes, quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs

Andy Reid, head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs

Brett Veach, general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs

Mike Macdonald, head coach of the Seattle Seahawks

Kenneth Walker III, running back, Super Bowl MVP

Andy Reid, head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs

Brett Veach, general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs

Zach Charbonnet, running back for the Seattle Seahawks

Kenneth Walker III, running back, Super Bowl MVP

Zach Charbonnet, running back for the Seattle Seahawks

Sam Darnold, quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks

Andy Reid, head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs

Kenneth Walker III, running back, Super Bowl MVP

Kansas City Chiefs, NFL team

Seattle Seahawks, NFL team

Mike Macdonald, head coach of the Seattle Seahawks

Patrick Mahomes, quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs

Eric Bieniemy, offensive coordinator of the Kansas City Chiefs

Brett Veach, general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs

WHAT:

Walker's contract with the Chiefs is reported to be worth up to $45 million, including $28.7 million guaranteed.

Walker had a breakout year in 2025, running for 1,027 yards and five touchdowns.

Walker's performance in Super Bowl LX included 135 rushing yards and two touchdown catches.

The Chiefs were 25th in rushing yards during the 2025 season.

Walker is projected to have 264 carries for 1,180 rushing yards and 9 rushing touchdowns, along with 48 catches for 367 receiving yards and 2 receiving touchdowns in 2026.

Walker's contract with the Chiefs is worth up to $45 million, including $28.7 million guaranteed.

Walker recorded 417 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns in three postseason games during the 2025 playoffs.

In the divisional round against the San Francisco 49ers, Walker had 19 carries for 116 yards and scored a career-high three touchdowns.

Walker became the first running back to win Super Bowl MVP since Terrell Davis in Super Bowl XXXII.

Walker averaged 4.4 yards per carry and scored 31 touchdowns during his career with the Seattle Seahawks.

Walker finished 22nd among running backs in PPR scoring in the 2025 season.

Walker's contract with the Chiefs is one of the largest deals for a running back in league history, including the most guaranteed money in free agency.

Walker had a career-high 1,309 scrimmage yards and averaged 4.6 yards per carry during the 2025 regular season.

Walker scored four touchdowns in three playoff games, totaling 417 scrimmage yards, including 161 yards in the Super Bowl.

Kenneth Walker III agreed to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Walker's deal is a three-year contract worth $43.05 million, with $28.7 million fully guaranteed.

Walker ran for 1,027 yards and five touchdowns in the 2025 season.

In Super Bowl LX, Walker ran for 135 yards and had two touchdown catches in a 29-13 victory.

Walker forced 61 missed tackles and had 10 rushes of 20 or more yards in the 2025 season.

The Chiefs were 25th in rushing yards during the 2025 season.

Walker scored four touchdowns in three playoff games, totaling 417 scrimmage yards.

WHERE:

Levi's Stadium, location of Super Bowl LX

Kansas City, Missouri, home of the Kansas City Chiefs

Seattle, Washington, home of the Seattle Seahawks

Levi's Stadium, location of Super Bowl LX

Kansas City, Missouri, home of the Kansas City Chiefs

Seattle, Washington, home of the Seattle Seahawks

WHEN:

March 9th, 2026, date of the announcement of Walker's signing.

February 8th, 2026, date of Super Bowl LX.

Walker played in all 17 regular-season games for the first time in 2025.

The Chiefs' last 1,000-yard rusher was Kareem Hunt during the 2017 season.

Walker was drafted in 2022 (second round, No. 41) out of Michigan State.

March 9th, 2026, date of the announcement of Walker's signing

February 8th, 2026, date of Super Bowl LX

Walker was drafted in 2022 (second round, No. 41) out of Michigan State.

WHY:

The Chiefs aimed to improve their rushing attack after a disappointing 6-11 season in 2025.

The Seahawks did not seem interested in bringing Walker back likely due to financial reasons.

The Chiefs aimed to improve their running game, which had historically low explosive run rates, as Walker had 10 runs of 20-plus yards in the 2025 season, while the entire Chiefs running-back room combined for just one.

The Chiefs aimed to improve their rushing attack after a disappointing 6-11 season in 2025 and to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who is recovering from surgery to repair a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee.

The Chiefs aimed to improve their rushing attack after a disappointing 6-11 season in 2025.

Walker's performance in the 2025 season and Super Bowl LX demonstrated his potential to enhance the Chiefs' offense.

HOW:

The Chiefs cleared cap space by cutting right tackle Jawaan Taylor and trading cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams.

Walker made changes to his eating and sleeping habits last offseason, which contributed to his health during the 2025 season.

Walker improved his eating and sleeping habits, which contributed to his health during the 2025 season.

The Chiefs plan to vary their rushing scheme in 2026, utilizing their offensive line effectively.

(UPDATED March 10, 2026 03:39 UTC)

In a significant move for the Kansas City Chiefs, running back Kenneth Walker III has signed a contract worth up to $45 million, including $28.7 million guaranteed, following his impressive performance in Super Bowl LX where he recorded 135 rushing yards and two touchdown catches. The Chiefs, looking to bolster their rushing attack after a tough 6-11 season in 2025, cleared cap space by releasing right tackle Jawaan Taylor and trading cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams. Walker, who had a breakout year last season with over 1,000 rushing yards, is projected to make a big impact in 2026 with anticipated stats of 1,180 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.

(UPDATED March 10, 2026 01:22 UTC)

In a significant move, the Kansas City Chiefs have signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III to a contract worth up to $45 million, which includes $28.7 million guaranteed, as they look to enhance their running game. Walker, who played all 17 regular-season games for the first time in 2025, recorded an impressive 417 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns during the playoffs, notably achieving a career-high three touchdowns in the divisional round against the San Francisco 49ers. To make room for this deal, the Chiefs cleared cap space by cutting right tackle Jawaan Taylor and trading cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams.

(UPDATED March 9, 2026 21:05 UTC)

In a significant move, the Kansas City Chiefs have signed Kenneth Walker III, the Super Bowl MVP and standout running back, to one of the largest contracts in league history, featuring the most guaranteed money for a running back in free agency. During the 2025 season, Walker showcased his talent by averaging 4.6 yards per carry and racking up a career-high 1,309 scrimmage yards, while also scoring four touchdowns in three playoff games, including a stellar performance in the Super Bowl. This acquisition comes as the Chiefs look to bolster their rushing attack following a disappointing 6-11 season and to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who is currently recovering from knee surgery.

(UPDATED March 9, 2026 19:17 UTC)

In a significant move for their offense, Kenneth Walker III has agreed to a three-year contract worth $43.05 million with the Kansas City Chiefs, announced today. The running back, who was named Super Bowl MVP after a standout performance with 135 rushing yards and two touchdown catches in the championship game, aims to bolster a Chiefs team that struggled with rushing yards last season. Walker's impressive stats from 2025, including over 1,000 rushing yards and four touchdowns in the playoffs, highlight his potential to enhance Kansas City's offensive strategy moving forward.