It has been a year to remember for Kenneth Walker III.
Just one month ago, Walker was named the MVP of Super Bowl 60 after winning his first Lombardi Trophy with the Seattle Seahawks. One month later, Walker is set to cash the biggest check of his NFL career.
Walker has agreed to terms on a three-year deal worth up to $45 million with the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency, a person familiar with the situation told USA TODAY Sports’ Tyler Dragon. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is not official.
The running back confirmed the news in a post on social media.
The 25-year-old was considered the best running back to reach free agency in 2026, ranking in front of Travis Etienne, according to USA TODAY Sports’ Nate Davis. Breece Hall, the original No. 1 running back on the board, was franchise tagged by the New York Jets.
Walker was one of the many beneficiaries following the Seahawks’ success in 2025. The running back had arguably the best season of his career, something that came at a good time ahead of his free agent season. Walker posted 1,309 scrimmage yards, but a career-low five total touchdowns – with many of those opportunities in the red zone going to his partner, Zach Charbonnet.
Regardless, Walker played in all 17 regular season games for the first time in his career. Now he’ll try to ride that momentum in 2026.
Here’s a look at the contract details for the Super Bowl 60 MVP.
Kenneth Walker III contract details
Walker inked a three-year deal worth up to $45 million, according to reports. The deal comes with $28.7 million guaranteed.
- Term: Three years
- Total contract value: Up to $45 million
- Average annual value (AAV): $15 million
- Guaranteed money: $28.7 million
Chiefs RB depth chart
- Kenneth Walker III
- Brashard Smith
Walker has been paid like an RB1, so expect him to be used like one. The running back should take over the top spot on the Chiefs depth chart, joining a group that only includes Smith during the early stages of free agency.
