Kenneth Walker III

Since Week 10, Kenneth Walker has been the RB25 in fantasy points per game, averaging 14.1 touches and 81 total yards. Among 60 qualifying backs, Walker ranks second in explosive run rate and third in missed tackle rate. This week, he's a strong RB2 again with big play potential for more. Since Week 12, Carolina has allowed the ninth-most rushing yards per game, the 11th-highest explosive run rate, the 12th-highest rushing success rate, and the fifth-most yards before contact per attempt.

Kenneth Walker was highly efficient during Thursday's overtime victory against the Rams, rushing 11 times for 100 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for another 64 yards. The performance marked his second 100-yard rushing effort of the season and included a season-high receiving yardage total.

Fantasy Impact

Walker provided a crucial spark early in the second half with a season-long 55-yard touchdown run. He added a season-long 46-yard reception to his tally, significantly outgaining backfield mate Zach Charbonnet despite finishing with just two more carries. The duo is expected to continue their narrow timeshare in Week 17 against the Panthers.