Week 10 of the 2026 NFL season brings several important running back injury questions for fantasy football managers. Kenneth Walker, Travis Etienne, Rhamondre Stevenson and David Montgomery all carry uncertain outlooks after appearing on their teams’ injury reports.
There was some positive news elsewhere: Woody Marks, Bhayshul Tuten and Tony Pollard were listed on injury reports during the week but were cleared on Friday. Their availability means the biggest concerns for fantasy managers are the four backs still facing questions about their Week 10 status.
## Kenneth Walker injury update
Walker was a new addition to the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report on Friday after reporting groin tightness to the team, head coach Andy Reid said. Walker did not practice that day and was listed as questionable for Kansas City’s Week 10 game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Reid did not guarantee that Walker would play, saying the team would not put him at risk. If Walker is able to go, he will; if he cannot, he will not. That leaves his status difficult to predict, and he should be treated as a genuine game-time uncertainty.
The timing of the game is helpful for fantasy managers. Kansas City is scheduled to play at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, so Walker’s availability should be known before most later kickoffs. Managers will have a chance to make a lineup decision without waiting until the evening and potentially losing access to other replacement options.
Walker’s status should be monitored through the final pregame reports. If he is active, fantasy managers will still need to consider whether the groin issue could affect his workload. If he is inactive, they should be ready to use an available alternative rather than leave an empty spot in the lineup.
## Travis Etienne injury update
Etienne has not played since Week 3, when he sustained a significant hamstring injury that placed him on injured reserve. The New Orleans Saints designated him to return from injured reserve this week, opening the door for him to resume playing.
His practice week included two limited sessions and one full practice. Despite completing the full session to close the week, Etienne was listed as questionable for Week 10. He told reporters that the week of practice went well and that he hopes to suit up.
The full practice is an encouraging sign, but it does not guarantee that Etienne will return to game action. The Saints may choose to bring him back gradually after his extended absence, particularly given the nature of his hamstring injury. Fantasy managers should confirm that he is active before placing him in a lineup and should keep in mind that his workload could be managed if he plays.
## Rhamondre Stevenson injury update
Stevenson suffered a knee injury in Week 9, and the initial expectation was that he could miss multiple games. Since then, he has made some progress: he traveled with the New England Patriots to Germany and participated in two limited practices before being listed as questionable.
The questionable designation gives Stevenson a chance to play, but it does not settle the question of whether he will be ready. The earlier expectation of a multi-week absence makes a quick return uncertain, even with his participation in practice.
Fantasy managers should be cautious about assuming Stevenson will suit up simply because he practiced on a limited basis. His final status will be especially important, and any decision to start him should account for the possibility that he is inactive or not ready for a full workload.
## David Montgomery injury update
Montgomery has missed each of the Houston Texans’ last three games with a groin injury. He showed progress during Week 10 preparations, returning to limited practice on Thursday and completing a full practice on Friday. He was subsequently listed as questionable.
The full practice to finish the week is a positive development and points toward Montgomery having a good chance to play. Based on that progress, the expectation is that he will be available for Week 10.
Even so, fantasy managers should check the final injury news before kickoff. A questionable designation means his status is not official, and his recent absence could also affect how much he is used if he returns.
## Week 10 fantasy football takeaway
Walker is the clearest game-time question after being added to the report with groin tightness and missing Friday’s practice. Etienne and Stevenson have each made some progress, but both are returning from significant injuries and remain questionable. Montgomery appears to have the most encouraging practice trend after completing a full session Friday.
Because these situations could change before Sunday’s games, fantasy managers should follow the final team updates and have backup options ready. The official inactive lists will provide the clearest confirmation of which players are available for Week 10.
