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Is Kenneth Walker hurt or healthy for fantasy football Week 3 (2024)? Read the latest injury updates for Kenneth Walker and if he's hurt or playing in Week 3.
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker looked fantastic in Week One as he recorded 20 rushes for 103 yards and one touchdown.
Unfortunately, Walker left the game in the fourth quarter due to an oblique injury and then missed Seattle's Week Two game against the Patriots.
But will Kenneth Walker be available for the Seahawks' Week Three game against the Miami Dolphins? Is Kenneth Walker injured? What is the latest Kenneth Walker injury news?
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Is Kenneth Walker Hurt? Injury Update for Week 3
The Seahawks are anticipated to proceed with "extreme caution" regarding Kenneth Walker's oblique injury, which already made him inactive for Week 2 against the Patriots.
Given the delicate nature of oblique injuries, the team is likely prioritizing his long-term health, making a multi-week absence a realistic possibility. Walker must participate in at least a limited practice before the team considers his return to action this year.
With the risk of aggravating the injury, if he returns too soon, the Seahawks are expected to take a conservative approach, ensuring he's fully recovered before getting back on the field. If he plans to play in Week 3, he will need at least one practice appearance this week.
Rap: Seahawks expected to take "extreme caution" with Kenneth Walker's oblique injury; could be multi-week absence.
— Underdog NFL (@Underdog__NFL) September 15, 2024
Fantasy managers should brace for Walker's potential absence over the coming weeks as his situation remains under close watch.
Kenneth Walker Fantasy Football Outlook for Week 3
When Kenneth Walker returns from his oblique injury, he should immediately be reinserted into your starting fantasy football lineups.
As the Seahawks' lead running back, Walker's explosive playmaking ability and volume make him a valuable asset in standard and PPR formats. His skill set and the Seahawks' commitment to the run game ensure he'll continue to see significant touches once healthy.
In the meantime, fantasy managers should hold onto backup Zach Charbonnet, who will likely see an increased workload during Walker's absence.
Don’t drop Zach Charbonnet.
I don’t think this is the last time we hear about Kenneth Walker III’s oblique strain.
If he’s able to return to practice this week great, but if not, buckle up this injury may linger, especially if it’s a reinjury to the same side as last year that…
— Jesse Morse, MD (@DrJesseMorse) September 18, 2024
Charbonnet could serve as a productive stopgap, but Walker’s return will push him back into a complementary role, reinforcing Walker as the team's top option in the backfield.
When Walker returns, fantasy managers should feel comfortable starting him each week, but this week of practice will determine whether he plays or not.
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