Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III revealed that his Super Bowl MVP performance in Super Bowl LX was made even more meaningful by the presence of his father, who attended his first NFL game during Sunday night's championship in Santa Clara, California.
Walker previously credited God following his Super Bowl MVP performance.
Walker, who rushed for 135 yards on 27 carries in Seattle's 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots, was named the game's most valuable player after anchoring the Seahawks' offense throughout the night. The win secured the franchise's second Super Bowl title.
Following the game, Walker shared that his father had never previously attended one of his NFL games in person, largely due to discomfort with large crowds. However, he made the trip for Super Bowl LX after encouragement from Walker's representation.
"To have him here for the first time and to win the Super Bowl means a lot," Walker said in postgame remarks.
The moment marked another milestone in Walker's journey, which included overcoming serious health concerns earlier in his career. The fourth-year running back has previously spoken about being hospitalized with blood clots in his lungs and working closely with his parents during his recovery.
On the field, Walker assumed a larger role after Seattle lost running back Zach Charbonnet to a season-ending injury earlier in the playoffs. His physical running style helped control possession and allowed the Seahawks to maintain their lead, particularly in the second half.
Walker has consistently pointed to faith as a source of strength throughout his career. After earning Super Bowl MVP honors, he once again credited God for sustaining him through adversity and guiding him to the sport's biggest stage.
Super Bowl LX capped a standout postseason run for Walker and solidified his place among the league's elite performers.
