American · Memphis, USA · Born 9 November 2001American running back who won 2021 Doak Walker Award at Michigan State before being drafted by Seattle Seahawks and earning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Kenneth Walker III is the Seattle Seahawks' physical running back who burst onto the scene in 2022 as a rookie, rushing for over 1,000 yards after taking over from an injured Rashaad Penny. His combination of power, vision, and burst behind the line of scrimmage make him one of the most exciting young backs in the NFL. Selected in the second round from Michigan State, Walker has become Seattle's featured back. Walker delivered the defining performance of his career in Super Bowl LX on 8 February 2026, rushing for 135 yards on 27 carries and totalling 161 scrimmage yards as the Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi's Stadium. He was named Super Bowl MVP - the first running back to win the award since Terrell Davis in the 1997 season - and his 135 rushing yards were the most in a Super Bowl since Davis's 157 in that same game.
Explosive rookie season, breaking multiple rushing records, dynamic running style
How They Played
Explosive runner with excellent vision, breakaway speed, and ability to make defenders miss in open field
Lasting Impact
Emerging as one of the NFL's premier young running backs with exceptional speed and vision
Career Honours
- Pro Bowl 2x
- Seattle Seahawks rushing records
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year 2022
- Doak Walker Award 2021
- Big Ten Running Back of the Year 2021
- Super Bowl LX champion (2026)
- Super Bowl LX MVP
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 2022–2024 | 45 | #9 |
| Michigan State | 2019–2021 | 39 | — |
American Athletes