Seahawks' Decision on Kenneth Walker III: What's Next for the Super Bowl MVP? (2026)

The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly not planning to tag Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, setting the stage for an intriguing free agency scenario. Walker, 25, had a career-best season, playing all 17 regular-season games and excelling in the playoffs, including Super Bowl 60, where he shone with 135 rushing yards and 26 receiving yards. The team's general manager, John Schneider, acknowledged Walker's importance, but also highlighted the broader context of the team's roster management. The franchise tag, which would have secured Walker for $14.5 million in 2026, is not on the table, and the transition tag, at $11.7 million, is also unlikely. With the new league year opening on March 11, Walker, a second-round pick in 2022, is poised to be a top free-agent running back, potentially attracting significant interest from other teams. The question remains: will the Seahawks retain their Super Bowl hero or let him walk?

Seahawks' Decision on Kenneth Walker III: What's Next for the Super Bowl MVP? (2026)
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