Seahawks RB Ken Walker Runner-Up to Jets' Garrett Wilson for Offensive Rookie of Year

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Kenneth Walker III was nominated for the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year, and a winner was announced Thursday at NFL Honors.

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Kenneth Walker III entered Thursday's NFL Honors as one of three finalists for the Offensive Rookie of the Year.

But in a tight race, New York Jets rookie receiver Garrett Wilson took home the award.

Walker III was joined by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and Wilson as the two other finalists.

Even though he didn't begin the season as the starter, Walker III lived up to his collegiate hype and finished 12th in rushing yards (1,050), 11th in carries (228) and tied for 10th in rushing touchdowns (nine). He was a key reason for Seattle's success during a Cinderella-like season.

Walker III had his coming-out party in the 39-32 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 9. After the unfortunate season-ending injury to running back Rashaad Penny, Walker III stepped in and immediately showed what he was capable of, darting through the defense for a 69-yard touchdown.

This was the first game of a five-game streak with a touchdown for Walker III, who all but solidified himself as Seattle's go-to running back for the foreseeable future this past season.

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