# Chiefs coach praises Kenneth Walker's Week 1 performance

> Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy calls Kenneth Walker's Week 1 explosion a sign of things to come.
- Title: Chiefs coach praises Kenneth Walker's Week 1 performance
- Summary: Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy calls Kenneth Walker's Week 1 explosion a sign of things to come. Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy says Kenneth Walker's Week 1 rushing…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/chiefs-coach-doubles-down-on-kenneth-walker-after-monster-week-1-12447019
- Author: Rowan Fisher-Shotton
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: kenneth walker, chiefs, eric bieniemy, nfl, running back, week 1
## Week 1 rush record
Kenneth Walker rushed 173 yards and one touchdown in Chiefs' first game.
## Coach's confidence
Eric Bieniemy says Walker's performance shows no limit on carries.

> What did he have, 23? Some people have carried it a whole lot more than that, you know what I mean? So I don't think you wanna put a limit on anything. I think the sky is the limit
## Offensive focus
Walker becomes Chiefs' new offensive focal point after strong debut.
## Future potential
Walker could match Saquon Barkley's 2022 record with consistent carries.
## Next game
Chiefs face Colts in game where Walker could build on Week 1 success.
## Key takeaway

Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy says Kenneth Walker's Week 1 rushing success shows he could become the team's primary ball carrier.