Seahawks rookie Ken Walker ranks in top 10 in rush yards over expected
The Seahawks’ 2022 draft class is on pace to go down as one of, if not the best rookie classes in NFL history. Not only has Seattle seemingly found at least five long-term starters, a couple of them have legitimate All-Pro potential. One of them is running back Ken Walker, who is already among the NFL’s best in getting more yards than expected despite only having started in five games.
Here are the league’s top 10 leaders in rush yards over expected, according to Next Gen Stats.
Browns RB Nick Chubb: 295
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Cowboys RB Tony Pollard: 254
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Bears RB Khalil Herbert: 204
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Jaguars RB Travis Etienne: 193
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Dolphins RB Jeff Wilson: 164
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Giants RB Saquon Barkley: 137
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Jets RB Breece Hall: 115
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Seahawks RB Ken Walker: 112
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Texans RB Dameon Pierce: 103
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