With Walker a pending free agent, one analyst has the Super Bowl MVP joining perhaps the worst team imaginable in free agency.
One of the most-watched storylines as we edge towards NFL free agency is what the Seattle Seahawks do with running back Kenneth Walker.
The Super Bowl MVP is set to become a free agent if he and the Seahawks can't agree to a new deal. And given that Seattle reportedly won't tag Walker, that leaves the franchise with only two options.
It is becoming increasingly likely that the Seahawks will be on the hunt for a new starting running back for 2026, with Walker potentially out, and Zach Charbonnet likely to miss a large part of the season due to an ACL injury suffered late in the year.
Of course, there is still a possibility that Walker and Seattle can reach an agreement, but right now, not many people are convinced the duo will sort this out. At least right now.
And if they don't, the line of suitors for Walker is going to be rather long, and for ESPN's Aaron Schatz, he's projected a free agency signing for each team.
The worst part of it, is he has Walker joining the Kansas City Chiefs.
"The Chiefs need not just a running back but a running back who can also serve as a receiving outlet for Patrick Mahomes," Schatz wrote. "Walker had more than 1,000 rushing yards last season and added 31 catches for 282 yards -- an impressive 9.1 yards per reception average.
"His ability to generate explosive plays could be a valuable part of lifting the Chiefs' offense back to the top of the league."
Losing Walker is one thing. Losing him to an AFC powerhouse is another.
Yes, the move would see Walker move conferences, but given how much the Chiefs need a running back, if Seattle were to make it back to the Super Bowl, you wouldn't bet on Kansas City being the ones to meet them there.
Plus, it would also mean Seattle has to go running back shopping this offseason, and as we have seen numerous times, bargain free agents can be signed, plugged in, and start with good effectiveness.
A new running back group behind Sam Darnold in 2026 isn't ideal, but that is the reality facing the Seahawks after a stellar 2025 season.
Walker will command a big salary if he makes it to free agency, and if he doesn't, the Seahawks will likely pay him $10 million APY, if not more.
But we can hear the rest of the AFC screaming here. Don't let Patrick Mahomes have Walker.