Chiefs' Kenneth Walker listed as questionable against Falcons

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Chiefs' Kenneth Walker listed as questionable against Falcons after late injury report addition

By Andrew Wright | Last updated Nov 13, 2026 3:57 PM ET

A late addition to Friday's injury report for the Kansas City Chiefs could be worrisome come kickoff on Sunday.

Chiefs' Kenneth Walker has been listed as questionable for game against Falcons

According to the official Kansas City injury report, star running back Kenneth Walker did not practice Friday and is being listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid revealed that Walker arrived at the team facility Friday with a groin injury that caused him to miss practice. It will now become a waiting game for Kansas City, as it likely won't have a good understanding of Walker's availability until just ahead of kickoff on Sunday.

Walker has been outstanding in his first season with the Chiefs, ranking second in the NFL in rushing yards (872) and tied for ninth in rushing touchdowns (7). He's already set a career high in receiving touchdowns (4) and is on pace to set a new career high in receiving yards.

Kenneth Walker, Jaydn Ott, and Mansoor Delane are questionable for Sunday's game in Atlanta.

Jaylon Moore, Peter Woods, and Omarr Norman-Lott are out.
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) November 13, 2026

Kenneth Walker came in this morning and had "tight groin," per Andy Reid, so he sat out practice today.

Reid: "We'll see how he feels through this afternoon, with rehab, and through tomorrow."
— Sam McDowell (@SamMcDowell11) November 13, 2026

Who steps up if Kenneth Walker is unavailable?

If in fact Walker is unable to play on Sunday, Kansas City would turn to backup running back Emmett Johnson for the bulk of the carries. He may not be featured much, though, as the Chiefs could very well try to attack the Falcons defense through the air.

There is a path to victory that way, as Atlanta ranks 20th in passing yards allowed (228.0), 20th in passing touchdowns allowed (20) and 29th in interceptions (3). It is evident that the Falcons struggle defending the pass, something the Chiefs may have to exploit with a solid passing attack.

Kansas City would benefit from Walker being available, but the offense should still be able to perform well enough to win if he is forced to miss the game.

Andrew Wright

Andrew "Dew" Wright graduated from Charleston Southern University with a degree in Communication Studies. He is a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Washington Commanders fan.

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