In the Seattle Seahawks' decisive 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, the only remaining suspense was the MVP selection. Running back Kenneth Walker III claimed the honor after a stellar performance, becoming the first running back to win the award since Terrell Davis in 1998.
Walker rushed for 131 yards and added 26 receiving yards, accounting for half of Seattle's offensive yardage before the game entered garbage time. His efforts were crucial in setting up multiple field goals for kicker Jason Myers.
The award held profound personal significance for Walker, as he revealed it was the first NFL game his father, who fears crowds, had ever attended. His agent convinced his father to make the trip, making the victory even more memorable.
Walker's MVP performance was well-timed as he enters free agency, adding major hardware to his resume. He stepped up after a backfield teammate's injury and capped a resurgent season with his first 1,000-yard campaign since his rookie year.