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Kenneth Walker did not practice Friday with groin tightness

Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III missed Friday practice with groin tightness and is listed as questionable for Week 10.

By · Published November 14, 2026  00:36 UTC · Updated November 14, 2026  02:24 UTC

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Kenneth Walker III did not practice Friday because of groin tightness, head coach Andy Reid said, according to NBC Sports. The Chiefs listed Walker as questionable for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Arrowhead Pride reported.

Walker is the Chiefs' running back, and his absence from practice leaves the backfield in doubt heading into Week 10. CBS Sports reported that if Walker has to miss the week, Emmett Johnson could lead the backfield Sunday. CBS Sports also said Johnson should be rostered in every fantasy league given the uncertainty around Walker.

ESPN reported that Walker's status remains uncertain after he missed practice. The injury report from Arrowhead Pride also listed cornerback Mansoor Delane as questionable for the Chiefs.

CBS Sports noted that managers should hope for more information as the weekend goes on before making lineup calls.

The Chiefs will need clarity on Walker's groin tightness before kickoff Sunday. If Walker cannot go, Emmett Johnson would be the next man up in the backfield, according to CBS Sports.

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Why did Kenneth Walker III miss practice?

Head coach Andy Reid said Walker sat out Friday practice with tightness in his groin, according to NBC Sports.

Is Kenneth Walker III playing Week 10?

Walker is listed as questionable for the Chiefs' Week 10 game against the Falcons, and his status remains uncertain, according to Arrowhead Pride and ESPN.

Who would replace Kenneth Walker III if he cannot play?

CBS Sports reported that Emmett Johnson could lead the backfield Sunday if Walker has to miss the week.

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