Kene Nwangwu

Kene Nwangwu

26-Year-Old Running BackRB
Minnesota Vikings
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Nwangwu was primarily used on special teams last season, playing just 18 offensive snaps (11 touches). He used his 4.32 speed to churn out 920 yards and a TD on 35 kickoff returns. It's possible he's called on to use his speed in the offense more often this season following the release of Dalvin Cook. Alexander Mattison is the new starter, but Nwangwu could carve out a backup role. He'll compete with Ty Chandler, a 2022 fifth-round pick, and DeWayne McBride, a 2023 seventh-round pick. More likely, Nwangwu will be limited to kick-return duty once again. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
$Signed a four-year, $4.23 million contract with the Vikings in May of 2021.
Not involved in loss
RBMinnesota Vikings
January 10, 2024
Nwangwu failed to record a single snap on offense in Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Nwangwu was not on the field for any offensive snaps for the third straight game Sunday. Instead, he played 13 special teams in the contest. The veteran running back appeared in just nine games this season, dealing with a back injury that landed him on injured reserve early in the 2023 campaign. Nwangwu attempted five rushes for 13 yards as he was minimally involved in Minnesota's offense and contributed mostly as a member of the special teams unit. Entering the final year of his rookie deal, the 25-year-old will look to take a step forward as a contributor before becoming an unrestricted free agent in 2025.
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How do Kene Nwangwu's 2023 advanced stats compare to other running backs?
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  • Broken Tackle %
    The number of broken tackles divided by rush attempts.
  • Positive Run %
    The percentage of run plays where he was able to gain positive yardage.
  • % Yds After Contact
    The percentage of his rushing yards that came after contact.
  • Avg Yds After Contact
    The average rushing yards he gains after contact.
  • Rushing TD %
    Rushing touchdowns divided by rushing attempts. In other words, how often is he scoring when running the ball.
  • Touches Per Game
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) he is averaging per game
  • % Snaps w/Touch
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) divided by offensive snaps played.
Broken Tackle %
0.0%
 
Positive Run %
80.0%
 
% Yds After Contact
53.8%
 
Avg Yds After Contact
1.4
 
Rushing TD %
0.0%
 
Touches Per Game
0.0
 
% Snaps w/Touch
0.0%
 
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29327%
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Measurables Review View College Player Page
How do Kene Nwangwu's measurables compare to other running backs?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
Height
6' 1"
 
Weight
210 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.31 sec
 
Shuttle Time
4.25 sec
 
Cone Drill
6.83 sec
 
Vertical Jump
38.0 in
 
Broad Jump
125 in
 
Bench Press
22 reps
 
Hand Length
9.25 in
 
Arm Length
30.50 in
 
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2022 Fantasy Outlook
Nwangwu went from a backup at Iowa State to one of the NFL's best kickoff returners. The 2021 fourth-round pick, who ran a 4.32-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day, was the only player in the league last season to record multiple kick returns for touchdowns. He also had 13 rushes for 61 yards and four catches for nine yards in limited action as a running back. He'll compete for the No. 3 role behind Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison but likely will see most of his action on special teams this season. Still, Nwangwu has the speed to surprise if he earns snaps on offense.
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One carry as backup RB
RBMinnesota Vikings
December 18, 2023
Nwangwu had one carry for one yard and had one kickoff return for 14 yards in Saturday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.
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Gets two carries in win
RBMinnesota Vikings
December 11, 2023
Nwangwu had two carries for three yards in Sunday's win at Las Vegas. He also had one kickoff return for 31 yards.
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Clears concussion protocol
RBMinnesota Vikings
December 8, 2023
Nwangwu (concussion) was a full participant in Friday's practice and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders.
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Making progress through protocol
RBMinnesota Vikings
Concussion
December 7, 2023
Nwangwu (concussion) logged a full practice Thursday, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
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Limited to start week
RBMinnesota Vikings
Concussion
December 6, 2023
Nwangwu (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
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