Week 10 NFL injury updates: Chiefs lose Kenneth Walker, Patriots' A.J. Brown doubtful
Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III is ruled out for Week 10, while the Patriots list wide receiver A.J. Brown as questionable amid a slate of injuries across the league.
The Kansas City Chiefs announced that running back Kenneth Walker III, who ranks second in the league with 872 rushing yards, will miss this weekend's game after tweaking a groin in practice. "We're feeling it out just to see. We're not going to put him at risk," Chiefs coach Andy Reid said via ESPN.
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown was listed as questionable for the team's Week 10 matchup in Munich after participating only in limited practice sessions. The Patriots also ruled out center Ben Brown, cornerback Carlton Davis III and running back TreVeyon Henderson, all of whom missed practice this week.
Other notable reports include Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph being ruled out with a knee injury, and the Atlanta Falcons designating wide receiver Zachariah Branch as out with a hamstring issue. The Houston Texans lost defensive end Danielle Hunter and offensive tackle Trent Brown to injuries, while the Cleveland Browns saw safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. and fullback Michael Burton ruled out.
Quarterback Sam Darnold (Seattle Seahawks) and guard Quenton Nelson (Seattle) were also listed as out after not practicing, and the Los Angeles Rams ruled out offensive lineman Steve Avila and tight end Terrance Ferguson.
Across the league, numerous players were listed as doubtful or questionable, reflecting a broad injury trend as the NFL moves into the second half of the 2026 season.