The Kansas City Chiefs appear to be back to their dominant selves, starting the season 4-0 to set the tone for what they certainly hope is another Super Bowl run come winter.
A main argument for the “Chiefs are back” crowd revolves around Kenneth Walker III, their star running back whose short time in Kansas City after signing with them this offseason has already resulted in 500-plus rushing yards to lead the NFL.
But while Walker has been phenomenal in the first four games, the Chiefs are banged up at the receiver position, mainly with Rashee Rice leaving Week 4 with an ailment and Tyquan Thornton suffering a gruesome ankle injury in the win over the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Because of this, speculation and rumors started to swirl regarding a reunion with Tyreek Hill, the speedy wide receiver who has been working out and hinted at signing with a team soon. His agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has even said the Chiefs are among the teams he’s been in contact with.
So, how would the current Chiefs star offensive weapon feel about one of the franchise’s most explosive players returning to the Midwest?
“Honestly, I just found out today. I didn’t even know – I just found out five minutes ago it was, like, a thing,” Walker told OutKick during a recent interview, where he also highlighted his partnership with Orgain. “But, you know, I’ve seen Tyreek Hill play. I don’t know him personally, but I’ve seen him play and he’s a baller.
“I think Coach Reid can make a playmaker of anybody he brings here.”
Hill is 32 years old and coming off a very serious knee injury while playing for the Miami Dolphins – the team he was traded to by the Chiefs before the 2022 season.
The eight-time Pro Bowler has been posting workout videos, and posting on social media frequently to continue stirring the pot about where he might end up next.
Despite his age and injury history, a healthy Hill on the gridiron produces explosive plays left and right. The Chiefs make tons of sense considering head coach Andy Reid’s and offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy’s history using Hill alongside quarterback Patrick Mahomes to carve up defenses on their way to creating one of the best offenses in the modern era.
Of course, that was back in Hill’s prime, though he still possesses that speed and ability to take the top off a defense.
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Walker is doing a tremendous job with that now in Kansas City, as the newcomer in red and gold has quickly become a fan favorite. Of course, he’s the reigning Super Bowl MVP with the Seattle Seahawks, and the Chiefs knew they had to go get him to lead the way in the backfield alongside other playmakers like Mahomes and Kelce.
Hill is currently dealing with a very public divorce trial, which may impede his timeline back to the NFL. But, if he does return, and it is with the Chiefs, Walker knows how much more lethal his squad can be in the long run.
“Either way, it would be great to have him because I know what type of player he is,” Walker said.
IMPORTANT RECOVERY WITH ORGAIN
The Chiefs have the early bye week this season, with Walker and his teammates recovering in Week 5 before resuming the rest of their schedule.
Bye week or not, though, Walker is always focused on recovering the right way and making sure he hits all his protein goals throughout the season to continue producing like he has.
Like many athletes, Walker is “real picky” on what he puts into his body.
“I tried a lot of different proteins growing up and everything, but my nutritionist a couple of years back really put me on Orgain. It’s a plant-based protein, and since then, I’ve loved it,” he said.
Walker’s favorite is the vanilla bean protein powder, giving him 21 grams of vegan protein as well as four grams of prebiotics and fiber with each serving. And his secret ingredient? Try swapping out apple juice for water.
He’s always mixing it up whether he’s in season or grinding in the offseason, but Walker has found what works and the results are clearly showing on gameday.
