The Seattle Seahawks are facing off against the San Francisco 49ers tonight, on Thursday Night Football.
The Seahawks will be getting a much-needed boost to their running game for tonight’s game.
#Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker (ankle) is off the injury report and will play tomorrow night vs. the #49ers.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 14, 2022
Kenneth Walker was a second-round pick for the Seahawks in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Before being drafted by the Seahawks, Walker was a three-year collegiate athlete, playing at Wake Forest for two seasons before transferring to Michigan State, where he was able to thrive, showcasing his skillset as an elite rusher.
Walker’s collegiate success has translated nicely into the NFL, once allowed to showcase it.
Walker’s Rookie Success
Although Walker has appeared in ten games for the Seahawks this season, he has only been their starting running back in six games.
In the games prior, the Seahawks were starting Rashaad Penny, who they lost for the season due to an ankle injury.
While unfortunate for Penny, Walker has gotten the spotlight in his absence.
In ten games, Walker has rushed for 613 yards and nine touchdowns and has averaged 4.5 yards per carry.
He has also proven his receiving prowess, adding 19 catches for 116 yards.
If Walker can stay healthy, both for the remainder of this season and seasons to follow, he will likely be a workforce back for years to come.
With Walker coming back into the fold for the Seahawks, they will be able to balance their steady passing offense with an impressive run game, which will be led by Walker.
How will Walker be able to perform tonight against the stingy 49ers run defense?
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