Overview
- Walker said Monday on Pro Football Talk that he realized during the 2025 season he would not re-sign with Seattle.
- He told Kay Adams on Tuesday that Patrick Mahomes “had a lot to do” with his choice and that they have been working to build timing in the pass game.
- Chiefs GM Brett Veach said he expected Walker to reach free agency and even texted Mahomes during the Super Bowl about other teams pouncing, before signing him to a three-year, $43.05 million deal with $28.7 million guaranteed.
- OC Eric Bieniemy began critiquing Walker’s run, block and pass details at their first meeting, signaling the exacting role he expects.
- Seattle pivoted by drafting Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price at No. 32, and Walker says he will go back in June to pick up his Super Bowl ring.