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It's a tough time in the season to lose a starting running back.
Kenneth Walker III, the RB10 in points per game this season, is at risk of missing more time, just as the fantasy football playoffs arrive. There's a clear number two in Seattle, and fantasy managers who planned ahead and insured Walker are in good shape. Other managers may not be as fortunate.
Will Walker play against the Green Bay Packers in a pivotal 'Sunday Night Football' matchup? Let's dive into his injury and its impact.
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Kenneth Walker III Fantasy Football Injury Update
Seattle's top running back missed the Week 14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals with ankle and calf injuries. This week, his ankle doesn't appear to be an issue anymore. However, his calf ailment kept him sidelined throughout the practice week. He's officially doubtful for Sunday night.
Seahawks are listing RB Kenneth Walker III as doubtful for Sunday night’s game vs. the Packers due to his calf injury. pic.twitter.com/6fskj2mFVa
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 13, 2024
As has been the case all season, a doubtful tag essentially means said player will not suit up. Fantasy managers should not wait for the Sunday night inactive list and start a different option in the earlier windows.
Kenneth Walker III Fantasy Football Injury Impact
Seattle's backfield is cut and dry. Zach Charbonnet becomes a must-start fantasy football running back when Walker can't play. The 2023 second-round draft pick has five touchdowns in three starts this season.
Zach Charbonnet in 3 games without Kenneth Walker 😳
23 touches/game
123 total yards/game
5 total TDs
24.8 fantasy points/game pic.twitter.com/iOdjnDeX6d— Yahoo Fantasy Sports (@YahooFantasy) December 13, 2024
Charbonnet tallied 193 total yards on 29 touches against the Cardinals last week. Replicating that massive performance this week against Green Bay is a lofty goal, but Charbonnet is a clear RB1 for fantasy football and should be started in every league.
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