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Chiefs' Walker Questionable with Groin Injury
Running back misses Friday practice, leaving status for Falcons game in doubt
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Walker held out as precaution
The Chiefs listed running back Kenneth Walker III as questionable for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons after he missed Friday's practice with a groin injury. Coach Andy Reid noted that Walker reported tightness in his groin before the team's final on-field session of the week and was held out as a precautionary step. Reid indicated the team would monitor how the running back feels through the afternoon and into the next day, emphasizing they would not risk further issues.
Rookie Johnson ready to step up
Walker signed a three-year, $43.05 million contract in March and enters Week 10 with 872 rushing yards, second in the league behind Atlanta's Bijan Robinson with 880. If Walker cannot play, the Chiefs plan to lean on rookie Emmett Johnson, who has 111 rushing yards and one touchdown on 26 attempts plus 237 receiving yards and one touchdown on 14 receptions in eight games. Right guard Trey Smith expressed confidence in Johnson's readiness and highlighted his energy and work ethic.
Worthy and others expected back
Wide receiver Xavier Worthy is expected to be available after dealing with a hamstring injury last week. Josh Downs, acquired from the Colts before the trade deadline Tuesday, intends to play after recording 33 catches for 354 yards and one touchdown in nine games with Indianapolis. Cornerback Mansoor Delane is also set to return from a shoulder injury, though right tackle Jaylon Moore remains likely out with an ankle issue and Peter Woods is sidelined by a neck injury.
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