The Kansas City Chiefs have emerged as a strong team in the 2026 NFL season. The match against the Los Angeles Chargers went in the Chiefs’ favor, and running back Kenneth Walker III is emerging as one of the league’s most exciting players.
The running back is in his first season with the organization and has impressed fans with his contributions to the team’s rushing attack, giving opposing defenses another major threat to worry about.
J.J. Watt Questions Walker’s Absence From MVP Race
In a recent episode, former NFL star J.J. Watt questioned why Walker is not receiving more attention in the Most Valuable Player conversation and said:
“I am trying to figure out, we are here in Las Vegas. I have seen the odds on the MVP race. Where is Kenneth Walker’s name? Who is a good point? The guy has made an unbelievable change to that offense. And you also look at the offense that he left in Seattle and how they’re struggling and what he’s done to Kansas City. Now the play-action game has opened up. Everything has opened up for them because of the way he runs the ball. And it’s not just taking what’s given to him. That man breaks tackles at a rate that nobody else in this league is phenomenal player, completely change that offense. Spot on.”
"I have seen the odds on the MVP race, WHERE IS KENNETH WALKER'S NAME?!"@JJWattpic.twitter.com/HvDMESvBj9
— NFL on CBS
(@NFLonCBS) October 18, 2026
Walker’s recent performance shows how important he is to the organization, as he has made an extraordinary difference to the Chiefs, while his former team has struggled to replicate that impact.
His ability to break tackles and turn ordinary rushing attempts into significant gains has added another dimension to Kansas City’s offense. Defenses must now prepare for both the passing threat and the possibility of Walker making an explosive run. This balance could create more opportunities for quarterback Patrick Mahomes and help the Chiefs maintain their offensive momentum.
Meanwhile, Watt’s comments have sparked an interesting discussion about whether running backs deserve greater recognition in the MVP race. Although quarterbacks traditionally dominate the award, Walker’s early-season impact highlights how a productive running game can transform an entire offense. If he continues delivering impressive performances and helps Kansas City maintain its winning form, his name could become increasingly difficult to overlook in the MVP conversation.
His performances also demonstrate the importance of building a balanced offense rather than relying exclusively on the passing game. For Kansas City, having a dependable running back provides flexibility in crucial situations and allows the team to control the tempo. If Walker continues making significant contributions, he could become one of the most talked-about players in the league this season.
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