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MSU’s Kenneth Walker listed in top 10 RB transfers ranking by Rivals

Michigan State’s Kenneth Walker is considered one of the top transfer running backs in the country

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Michigan State newcomer Kenneth Walker is considered one of the top transfer running backs in the country.

Rivals National Columnist Mike Farrell released a top 10 list of running backs that transferred to a new school this offseason, and on his list is Walker. The former Wake Forest running back is ranked at No. 4 in Farrell’s list, and is the only Big Ten player listed.

Here’s what Farrell had to say about Walker and the impact he can have for Michigan State this season:

“This is a quiet one but really a great get by the Spartans as Walker was excellent for Wake Forest and has shown the ability to compete at the Power Five level. He brings needed speed.”

Walker comes to Michigan State with plenty of hype, and this ranking by Farrell will only increase that. In his two seasons at Wake Forest, Walker rushed for 1,158 yards and 17 touchdowns on only 217 carries.

Click on the tweet below to see the complete rankings from Farrell:

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Which Spartans are most likely to be drafted next year

After 80 years of having a player drafted into the NFL, the 2021 draft saw no Spartans selected for the first time since 1940.

The streak ended. After 80 years of having a player drafted into the NFL, the 2021 draft saw no Spartans selected for the first time since 1940. Shakur Brown had the best chance to get drafted, but ultimately ended up going undrafted.

Now this upcoming football season can set the precedent for starting a new draft streak. Let’s take a look at the players with the best chances to get drafted next season:

Michigan State’s Kenneth Walker III listed in top 5 returning RBs by PFF

Kenneth Walker racked up 579 yards and 13 touchdowns on 119 rushing attempts this past season with Wake Forest.

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It was considered a huge get when Michigan State landed Kenneth Walker III through the transfer portal in December, and that has only been further proven by Pro Football Focus (PFF).

Walker, who was at Wake Forest prior to transferring to Michigan State, has been listed as the No. 5 returning running back in the country by PFF. The college and pro football evaluation service listed him with an 87.1 grade.

Walker racked up 579 yards and 13 touchdowns on 119 rushing attempts this past season with Wake Forest. He also had 579 yards and four touchdowns in his freshman season, making him someone who certainly can have an instant impact for the Spartans next season.

Walker will be joined in the Spartans’ backfield by Auburn transfer Harold Joiner, Jordan Simmons, Elijah Collins and Connor Heyward. It’s safe to say Michigan State is in a good spot at running back entering the 2021 season.

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