Speculation is circling online that the New York Giants are eyeing free agent running back Kenneth Walker III for a potential deal.

Walker, who recently won Super Bowl LX MVP, is currently seen as the best free agent on the market after Seattle decided not to use the franchise tag on the star back. The Giants need a potential running back to take the pressure off Cam Skattebo for his return and to get a spark in the ground game, one they have lacked since the departure of Saquon Barkley to Philadelphia.

While fans might want this match to happen, it’s very unlikely that the team is going to shell out money to bring in Walker to the office. There are a multitude of reasons, from their current cap situation to the return of Skattebo. The reigning Super Bowl MVP would be a great gain for New York, but bets are it’s not going to transpire.

My Hottest Take: The Giants Are Committed To Skattebo

The Giants are reportedly looking at adding a running back in general to try to bolster their depth at the position, but they are nowhere near sending Skattebo packing. In fact, they might be trying to do what the Detroit Lions did with David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. One powerhouse back that’s dependable in third-down situations, and one feature back.

That leads us to an interesting development: The Giants might pair up Skattebo with Notre Dame prospect Jeremiyah Love in the NFL Draft. Instead of shelling out millions of dollars on a top-tier running back that has an injury history, why not go a little cheaper at the number five pick? Love seems to like the idea.

“I like them a lot, I feel like they like me a lot as well -- hopefully they call my name on draft night and we can continue building better relationships,” Love told Giantswire about the rumors.

Walker is expected to net a $36-40 million contract with his next team, according to Sporting News. The Giants only have $1.7 million in cap space at the moment, meaning that they have no choice but to cut players for a potential Walker signing. They can get rid of Devin Singletary, or offensive lineman James Hudson, or Bobby Okereke. But with a prospect on the board like Love, it makes more sense to go with the cheaper option.

What You Need To Know: The Field For Walker Is Crowded

Even if the Giants were to really make a strong push for Walker, they are far from the only team in need of a pure bell-cow running back.

One team that might need a running back is the New Orleans Saints. Alvin Kamara is aging, and he’s lost a few steps with numerous injuries plaguing his career. His production started to dwindle even when he was healthy, scoring under 700 scrimmage yards in 2025. Sure, it’s likely because of a bad offensive scheme and the aforementioned injury history.

The only thing stopping the Saints from making a play for Walker is their cap situation, being $12 million over the cap as of Mar. 3. If they cut Kamara, it saves $18 million before June 1, which declines to $10 million post June 1. It might not be enough and would require more moves.

The Kansas City Chiefs have also been named as a suitor for Walker, but face an even worse cap situation with mammoth contracts for Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones. He could also resign with the Seahawks, which is possible, but free agents that walk in the NFL usually don’t return easily if at all. It’s a fair game.

Before You Go: Can Walker Thrive Behind The Giants' O-Line?

Of course, the main issue with the Giants over the last decade is their lack of stability on the offensive line. This has been a constant talking point throughout multiple articles, but it appears to have stabilized this year after several upgrades. That also includes a healthy season from blindside blocker Andrew Thomas.

The question now is whether the team can hold that offensive line up in 2026, especially with the departure of fan-favorite coach Carmen Bricillo. At the same time, it’s unclear whether the Giants will re-sign right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor and guard Greg Van Roten. Roten might not be a big loss, but Eluemunor would be far worse given his 2025 performance.

If they do get Walker, their next course of action would naturally be a bolstering of the offensive line, possibly drafting offensive tackle Spencer Fano or Monroe Freeling, or Gennings Dunker at guard later in the draft. Watch what the Giants do closely in March and April, because it will spell out a lot about their plans for their first year under new head coach John Harbaugh.