After losing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, the Seahawks suddenly have one of the thinnest running back rooms in the NFL.
Now Seattle may have to choose from a shrinking group of free-agent options to fix the problem.
Seahawks Searching for Kenneth Walker III Replacement: 4 Options Still Available
The Seattle Seahawks are facing a major challenge this offseason after Kenneth Walker III signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Walker was a central piece of Seattleās offense during its Super Bowl LX championship season, and replacing his production wonāt be easy.
The situation is even more urgent because Zach Charbonnet is recovering from knee surgery and may miss the beginning of the 2026 season.
If the season started today, George Holani, a 2024 undrafted free agent, would likely be Seattleās starting running back.
With the clock ticking in free agency, here are four potential replacements the Seahawks could target.
1ļøā£ Rachaad White (Buccaneers)
Projected salary: about $3 million per year
Rachaad White is one of the most versatile backs still available.
His best season came in 2023, when he produced:
- 990 rushing yards
- 6 rushing touchdowns
- 64 receptions
- 549 receiving yards
- 3 receiving touchdowns
White isnāt the explosive runner Walker was, but his ability as a dual-threat back could help stabilize Seattleās offense while Charbonnet recovers.
The Seahawks have reportedly already monitored the market for White.
2ļøā£ Brian Robinson Jr. (49ers)
Projected salary: about $3.1 million per year
Brian Robinson Jr. could make sense for Seattle because of his familiarity with new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury.
During his time with the Washington Commanders, Robinson consistently produced solid numbers despite injuries:
- At least 733 rushing yards in three straight seasons
- 799 yards and 4.3 yards per carry in 2024
While he isnāt known for his receiving ability, Robinson could serve as a physical early-down runner if given a larger workload.
3ļøā£ Miles Sanders (Panthers)
Projected salary: about $1.7 million per year
Miles Sanders might be the veteran bridge option for Seattle.
Although his recent seasons havenāt matched his earlier success, Sanders once posted a 1,269-yard season with 11 touchdowns in 2022.
In 2025 with the Cowboys, he showed flashes before injuries ended his season early:
- 117 rushing yards on 20 carries
- 1 touchdown
At age 29, Sanders would likely be a short-term solution paired with a rookie running back.
4ļøā£ Keaton Mitchell (Ravens)
Projected salary: unknown (likely inexpensive)
Keaton Mitchell could be the sleeper pick among available free agents.
The former undrafted player showed impressive efficiency in 2025:
- 341 rushing yards
- 5.8 yards per carry
- 13 games played
Mitchell offers explosive speed and upside at a very low cost, making him an intriguing option if Seattle wants to take a gamble on a young back.
Seahawks May Still Look to the Draft
Seattle could also address the position in the 2026 NFL Draft, potentially selecting a running back in the early rounds.
However, many analysts believe the 2026 running back class is relatively weak, which increases the importance of finding help in free agency.
A Critical Decision for Seattle
The Seahawks have several paths forward:
ā¢ Sign a veteran free agent
ā¢ Pair that player with a rookie
ā¢ Or potentially explore a trade
But with the running back market shrinking quickly, Seattleās front office may need to act soon.
Otherwise, the defending Super Bowl champions could enter the 2026 season with a major hole in their offense.
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