Kenneth Walker III becomes 1st running back to win Super Bowl MVP in 28 years
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📌 Key Takeaways
- Kenneth Walker III became the first running back to win Super Bowl MVP since 1996.
- The award comes at a critical time as Walker enters the NFL free agency period.
- The victory ends a 28-year drought for running backs winning the championship's top individual honor.
- Walker's performance is expected to significantly increase his market value for upcoming contract negotiations.
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