Chiefs Get Tough Kenneth Walker III Injury News Ahead of Falcons Game
After dropping two consecutive games to the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the division rival Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs were able to bounce back with a much-needed win over the New York Jets.
In Week 10, the Chiefs will try to keep it going, but they’ll unfortunately be without arguably their best offensive weapon, with star running back Kenneth Walker III being ruled out due to a groin injury, according to ESPN.
Kenneth Walker III has been ruled out for the Kansas City Chiefs’ game Sunday as he deals with a groin injury.
Coach Andy Reid said Friday that Walker reported tightness in his groin to the team in the morning before the Chiefs’ final on-field practice of the week.
Walker has been as advertised since the team signed the reigning Super Bowl MVP to a deal in NFL free agency ahead of the 2026 campaign. He’s transformed the offense in Kansas City and will be sorely missed during Sunday’s matchup on the road against the Atlanta Falcons.
With Walker out with the groin injury, the Chiefs will turn to rookie running back Emmett Johnson to shoulder the load out of the backfield.
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With Walker out, the Chiefs will turn to rookie Emmett Johnson to lead their rushing attack.
Even without Walker, Kansas City is favored by 4.5 points to come out on top on the road at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and company will have to figure out how to get the win against the Falcons, who are desperate for a win after losing four of their last five games.
