On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs received a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/isiah-pacheco-injury-update-andy-reid-patrick-mahomes-receive-concerning-news-on-chiefs-rb">concerning injury update on running back Isiah Pacheco</a>, which creates uncertainty in a crucial area of the field for head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Therefore, Kareem Hunt has reminded both of them that he’s ready to step up if needed, while showing confidence in his teammates.



“We’ve got some other guys too who can make plays… I’m prepared for whatever I’m asked to do,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> told reporters on Wednesday, as quoted by Charles Goldman of A to Z Sports.



After taking a scary hit on his right knee during the fourth quarter of the Chiefs’ Monday night win over the Washington Commanders, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/isiah-pacheco">Pacheco</a> is considered “week-to-week” with an MCL sprain.



This leaves his status for Week 9 up in the air, making the Chiefs look at a scenario where they potentially miss Pacheco to visit Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. But according to Hunt, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Reid</a> and Mahomes can trust in the rest of the Chiefs’ RB room.



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<h2>Hunt has already proven the Chiefs he can replace Pacheco</h2>



While losing Pacheco would certainly be a huge blow for the Chiefs’ offense, it wouldn’t be an uprecedented situation for Reid and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a>. Kansas City went through something similar—but worse—last year, when a fractured fibula forced Pacheco to miss multiple games in the 2024 NFL season.


 

 

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It was an early challenge for the Chiefs, yet they responded incredibly well. Pacheco’s injury led to the team bringing back Kareem Hunt, who shined in his return to Kansas City after spending time with the Cleveland Browns.



Hunt led the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> in carries (200), rushing yards (728), and rushing touchdowns (7) in 2024, proving to be a dependable weapon for Reid and Mahomes. When Pacheco recovered, the team knew it had a solid duo of running backs.



In 2025, the Chiefs have primarily relied on Pacheco to run the ball, with the Rutgers product leading the way in carries (78) and rushing yards (329). Hunt, however, has also had his fair share of snaps with 62 carries for 245 yards and four touchdowns. Besides, the veteran RB has rushed for more first downs than any other Chiefs player so far (23).



<h2>Hunt isn’t underestimating the Bills’ defense</h2>



With Pacheco’s return date unclear, the Chiefs may need to turn to Hunt just like they did in 2024. His performance has been encouraging thus far, so Reid and Mahomes should have no reason for concern.



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Besides, the Bills’ defense has been struggling on the ground, allowing 1,052 rushing yards and 150.3 rushing yards per game in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season. This could set up the perfect situation for Hunt to rise to the occasion.


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Still, Hunt isn’t underestimating their opponents, who showed an improvement in their recent 40-9 win over the Carolina Panthers: “I know it’s going to be like a playoff atmosphere… we’re going to have to really lock in and be on the same page.”



<h2>Who else could get more reps in KC apart from Hunt?</h2>



Besides Hunt, the Chiefs could give more playing time to free agent signing Elijah Mitchell and rookie Brashard Smith in the event Pacheco stays on the sidelines. The practice squad includes fullback Carson Steele, who got plenty of reps before Hunt’s return in 2024, and former first-round pick Clyde Edwards-Helaire, who hasn’t suited up in a while.



Hunt believes the Chiefs are in good hands despite Pacheco’s setback, but with the November 4 trade deadline getting close, Sunday could represent a huge test to the strength of Kansas City’s RB depth.

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The Kansas City Chiefs look to keep their winning streak alive this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, but it won’t be an easy task with the Washington Commanders coming to town. In what promises to be a great showdown at Arrowhead, the offense led by Patrick Mahomes and Kareem Hunt will look to take control of the game early on Monday Night Football.


 


One of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a>’s main concerns heading into this crucial matchup at a pivotal point in the season was the availability of one of his star running back’s. Now recovered from a knee injury, Kareem Hunt is available to play if the head coach decides to activate him.



According to reporter Pete Sweeney on his official X account (formerly Twitter), Hunt practiced normally on Saturday alongside the rest of the team, making it clear that he feels healthy and ready to take the field.



It’s undoubtedly great news for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a>’ coaching staff, which hopes to see its offense take center stage on Monday night. Mahomes and company are determined to keep the win at home and continue their strong pace in the AFC West.



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<h2>What injury was bothering Hunt?</h2>



Kareem Hunt’s recent injury concerns have thankfully subsided, with the veteran running back officially cleared for action for Monday’s primetime matchup. Hunt had been managing a bone bruise in his knee and an ankle issue after being rolled up in the last game but returned to full participation in practice, signaling he is ready to go for Week 8.


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<h2>The RB’s impact on the Chiefs’ offense</h2>



While sharing the backfield, veteran <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Kareem Hunt</a> remains an indispensable short-yardage and goal-line weapon for the Chiefs’ offense. Through seven games this season, Hunt has tallied 53 carries for 205 yards (3.9 YPC) and is responsible for three rushing touchdowns, demonstrating his essential role in punching the ball into the endzone for Kansas City.



<h2>Closing the gap with the Broncos</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> and the Kansas City Chiefs (4-3) are facing a crucial Monday Night Football matchup, needing a decisive victory to avoid falling further behind in the AFC West race. The division-leading Denver Broncos have surged to a 6-2 record, giving them a 1.5-game cushion over the Chiefs entering Week 8.


 


With a prime-time audience watching, Kansas City cannot afford a slip-up against the Commanders, as a loss would put the Chiefs two full games back and jeopardize their bid to reclaim the top spot in a suddenly competitive division. The Chiefs must lean on their potent offense and stellar defense to secure a much-needed win and stay firmly in the hunt for a playoff berth.

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The Kansas City Chiefs may have made it further than most teams in the 2024 NFL season, but the standard <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> and Patrick Mahomes have set at Arrowhead is about winning. Therefore, Kareem Hunt will face more competition in the running back room this year.



In an effort to improve the team’s running game after a lackluster campaign, the Chiefs signed former San Francisco 49ers RB Elijah Mitchell early in free agency before selecting Brashard Smith in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft.



This will put some pressure on Hunt, who despite leading the group in his return to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City</a> in 2024, will once again have to prove his worth in a crowded RB room that also continues to count on Isiah Pacheco.



<h2>Hunt shows excitement about Chiefs’ RB room for 2025</h2>



Hunt, however, doesn’t seem to have any problem with the Chiefs adding at running back. Instead, the 29-year-old let Reid and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a> know that he’s excited about the new group that is preparing for the 2025 NFL season.



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“Good man, I like him [Brashard Smith] a lot,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> said at a press conference on Thursday, via Sports Illustrated. “You know, a guy that is very versatile and you know quick, good speed, and you know I like him so far for sure.


 

 

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“I think we have a strong group. I am excited to you know work with these guys and you know see everybody at full and get offseason and be able to come out there and help this team.”



<h2>Hunt looking forward to having full offseason with Chiefs</h2>



Hunt enjoyed a productive return to the Chiefs in 2024, when he made his way back to Arrowhead after spending months in free agency. With Pacheco fracturing his fibula in Week 2, Reid and the front office felt it was time for a reunion.



“It feels good to get this spring work in and, you know, tune up for training camp,” said Hunt, who was drafted by the Chiefs in the same year as Mahomes (2017) before being cut in 2018, which led him to spend five years with the Cleveland Browns. “So you know it feels good.”


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“It is going to help me get my body in shape, you know, hitting and grinding out those long tough days, and you know, training camp. That is what helps you get through the season … I like having a summer, but it is all good, you know what I mean, that is football … I love the guys, I love the stuff, I love everyone all around.”

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> will be back for more in the 2025 NFL season, counting on both Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce to lead the Kansas City Chiefs back to glory days after a disappointing ending to the 2024 campaign.



However, the team may have to make tough decisions in order to get back to the top. According to Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report, Mahomes and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-kelce">Kelce</a> could lose running back Kareem Hunt due to salary cap reasons.



“After he led the team in rushing last season, the Kansas City Chiefs opted to bring back Kareem Hunt on a one-year, $1.5 million deal,” Knox wrote. “However, Kansas City also signed Elijah Mitchell before drafting former SMU running back Brashard Smith, who has intrigued the front office. Assuming Isiah Pacheco is back to pre-injury form, Hunt could be the odd man out. Releasing him would save Kansas City $632,353 in cap space.”



<h2>Kareem Hunt’s impact with the Chiefs in 2024</h2>



Of course, parting with Hunt would be a surprising decision by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> considering the impact he made under Reid in his return to Kansas City in 2024. Last year, Hunt led the team in rushing with 728 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 42 first downs.



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Hunt, who was drafted by the Chiefs in the same year as Mahomes (2017), was released by the team in his second season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> after a video of him assaulting a woman came to surface.


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He went on to spend five seasons with the Cleveland Browns, until the opportunity of coming back to Arrowhead arose. With Isiah Pacheco fracturing his fibula in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season, Reid and the Chiefs felt it was the right time to reunite with Hunt, a free agent by then.



<h2>A crowded RB room in Kansas City for 2025</h2>



The Chiefs finished the season with both <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> and Pacheco on their backfield, but the position has even more depth now that they signed former San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell this offseason.



On top of that, Kansas City made yet another addition by drafting Brashard Smith out of SMU. Knox notes that the RB room is crowded, which is why he sees a breakup with Hunt as a sacrifice the Chiefs can afford to make, especially since it will save them more than half a million.


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That said, it would be a surprising loss for Mahomes and Kelce in offense, considering the way he played last year. Only time will tell whether Hunt gets to play out the one-year extension signed this offseason, or if the Chiefs ultimately come up with a change of plans.

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The Kansas City Chiefs‘ recent years have undoubtedly been marked by success and satisfaction. Although their most recent Super Bowl appearance didn’t go as planned, the team, led by head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> and quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has solidified itself as one of the best in recent times. While Kareem Hunt has yet to hoist a Vince Lombardi Trophy, he is determined to achieve that goal this NFL season.


 


In pursuit of his goal, the seasoned <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> running back delivered a clear message to his coach, stating that he will do whatever it takes for his team to secure the coveted championship ring for his career.



“I’m just doing whatever Coach [Andy] Reid and those guys ask me to do, man,” he said via Arrowhead Pride. “I’ll just play my role — go out there [to] do whatever [I can] to help the team win.”



At Kansas City’s greatest moment of glory, Hunt was not part of that roster, as he had taken his talents to the Cleveland Browns. Upon his return, he had the opportunity to play in the most recent <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a>, which ended in a defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles.



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Despite not securing the title in New Orleans, Hunt feels deep down that they will soon have another chance to achieve it: “The culture is just great,” he said. “It didn’t end the way we wanted it to. But we’ve got a lot of work to do — and I feel like we’ve got another good shot at it.”


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<h2>The frustration of the defeat in the most recent Super Bowl</h2>



Hunt was not part of the process behind the recent titles won by Andy Reid and his players, so the game against the Eagles this past February represented a huge opportunity for him to secure his first <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> championship.



The former Toledo running back couldn’t hide his frustration after failing to defeat Jalen Hurts’ team in New Orleans, but he remains confident that he will secure the title soon.



“You never want to go to the Super Bowl and lose,” Hunt stated. “But I’m just grateful I got to experience that. I definitely want to get back there and see how it is on the other side.”



<h2>Hunt’s enthusiasm to compete again</h2>



If there’s one position on the field that demands exceptional physical effort and performance, it’s that of the running backs. For that reason, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Kareem Hunt</a> knows he must take the best care of himself, and he eagerly awaits training camp to kick off the upcoming season in optimal condition.


 


“I am just taking care of my body, working every day and eating right,” he explained. “I feel like it’ll help me in the long run. So my body feels great. I’m excited to have an actual training camp — and be there when everything gets running.”

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The Kansas City Chiefs got even stronger with Isiah Pacheco finally returning to action against the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday. Now, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> has a powerful backfield with the 25-year-old and Kareem Hunt leading the way.



In his first appearance since the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a>‘ Week 2 win over the Cincinnati Bengals, Pacheco had as many carries as Hunt (7) but gained the upper hand in yards (44 to 15). The third-year running back, however, doesn’t see his teammate as competition.



Speaking to reporters after the game at Arrowhead, Pacheco showed nothing but praise for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a>, making it clear that the 29-year-old has made Reid’s team and the RB room stronger. In fact, he even thanked the veteran running back for contributing during his absence.



“Yes, hats off to him [for] stepping up,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/isiah-pacheco">Pacheco</a> said. “It’s been a tough run. He’s been awesome leading the room. Everyone’s been following the leaders. Most importantly for me, just pinpointing details in the meeting room for when I had the opportunity to get out and show my ability. Focus on the details: the chips, the check-downs, just the little things that would make my game a little bit better today.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241201_BUS_283986_Isiah-Pacheco-1024x576_f869dcbc.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) arrives before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO." class="wp-image-284016" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Isiah-Pacheco.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) arrives before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Pacheco thankful for first game back with Chiefs</h2>



Apart from giving Hunt his flowers, Pacheco revealed how much it meant to him to be back on the gridiron. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-chiefs-hc-andy-reid-admits-delaying-return-of-key-weapon-for-patrick-mahomes">Reid recently admitted he had to delay his return</a>, but the player was just thankful for the opportunities on Friday.


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“It felt awesome just having that moment to get that contact again,” Pacheco said. “I’ve been missing it. I’ve been backed up on anger, so being able to let that anger out on the field, it was a blessing.”



<h2>Pacheco admits recovery process was tough</h2>



Pacheco got injured early in the 2024 NFL season, picking up a fractured fibula during the Week 2 victory over the Bengals. It required a lengthy recovery, which tested his mental resilience.


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“It was challenging,” Pacheco admitted. “You’ve got days you come in and you don’t want to work. You could go as hard as you can and you could get distractions. You’ve got guys that are healthy running in and out of the facility but you as a player, you’ve got to focus on what you’ve got to come in there and do. For me, that was to get better day in and day out and eliminate distractions. I wanted to go out to the hot tub, the cold tub and do those extra things but during the moment, I had to focus in on what I had planned and then, on my own time, do the extra stuff.”

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Injuries have been a problem for the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2024 NFL season. One of the first weapons to go down was Isiah Pacheco, though <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> immediately found a great replacement in Kareem Hunt.



However, the coach will have a big decision to make now that Pacheco is nearing a return to action. Will Reid keep <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> as the starting running back? Or will he give the job back to Pacheco?



Reid prefers not to get ahead of himself. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> head coach made it clear to Hunt and Pacheco that the coaches will try to make things work so that both can make an impact.



“We’ll find a way,” Reid said on having both Hunt and Pacheco on the field. “Both of them are good players, so we’ll find a way to get both of them in, if and when that takes place. That’s a good problem to have.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241120_BUS_276764_isiah-Pacheco-1024x576_ff94aa89.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Isiah Pacheco #10 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs with the ball during the first half against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 03, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin." class="wp-image-89931" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/12/isiah-Pacheco-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/12/isiah-Pacheco-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/12/isiah-Pacheco-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/12/isiah-Pacheco-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/12/isiah-Pacheco.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Isiah Pacheco #10 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs with the ball during the first half against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 03, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Reid not sure when Pacheco will return for Chiefs</h2>



During his media availability, Reid suggested Pacheco has made progress and could be back on the field soon. The 25-year-old has been on the sidelines since fracturing his fibula during the Chiefs’ win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2 of the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season.


 

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“We’ll see on both those two, Charles (Omenihu) and (Pacheco), kind of go through the practice, see where we’re at this week and go from there, but we’ll just have to see,” Reid said. “Day-by-day type of thing.”



While Reid has been cautious to provide a return date for Pacheco, he made sure to praise the running back for his work ethic during his recovery: “He’s a spark plug, emotionally. He’s something that way, and he’s worked his tail off to get to the point that he’s at now. We’ve got to keep an eye on him that way. He would’ve played three weeks ago if he had his choice, but that’s sometimes how it goes. I appreciate that, though, that mentality. That’s what’s helped him get to this point.”


 

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<h2>Pacheco expected to play for Chiefs in Week 12</h2>



After missing Pacheco for weeks, it looks like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reid-patrick-mahomes-will-recover-key-chiefs-weapon-but-only-after-game-vs-bills">Reid and Patrick Mahomes will recover their key weapon</a> for the running game. On NFL GameDay Morning before the Week 11 games, NFL Insider Ian Rapoport claimed Pacheco is expected to play in Week 12.



On Sunday, November 24, the Chiefs will hit the road for the second week in a row to take on the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Reid, meanwhile, has yet to give any sign on whether the Chiefs plan to activate Pacheco for that game.

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The Kansas City Chiefs‘ offense could get a huge boost in the 2024 NFL season with Isiah Pacheco nearing a return to action. Though <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reid-appears-to-rule-out-key-chiefs-players-vs-josh-allens-bills">Andy Reid appeared to rule him out to face Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills</a> on Sunday, the 25-year-old is already practicing with the rest of his teammates. But how does Kareem Hunt feel about it?



Far from looking worried about his role on the team, the 29-year-old is excited about Pacheco’s return. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Hunt made it clear to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Reid</a> that he and Pacheco can perfectly coexist on the Chiefs’ offense.



“I think that’s great, man. I’m happy for him (Isiah Pacheco), and I know he’s excited to get back and get out there,” Hunt said of Pacheco, via ChiefsWire. “I think it’s gonna be a heck of a one-two punch.”



Pacheco is coming back from a fractured fibula sustained during the Chiefs’ Week 2 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Hunt, who returned to Kansas City when Pacheco was placed on Injured Reserve ahead of Week 3, has been the go-to player in the Chiefs’ running game during Pacheco’s absence. The Toledo product, however, warned the rest of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> that he and Pacheco could make a powerful duo.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241114_BUS_272462_Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576_07a88653.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri." class="wp-image-248919" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.</figcaption></figure>



“I think it could be very similar, man. I’m excited,” said Hunt. “I’m used to working with other great backs and stuff like that. So, I feel like it’s gonna be another great one-two punch.”


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<h2>Chiefs OC Matt Nagy echoes Hunt’s sentiment on duo with Pacheco</h2>



Hunt is definitely not the only one who thinks he and Pacheco could make life difficult for the rest of the league. During his media availability on Thursday, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> offensive coordinator Matt Nagy echoed Hunt’s comments.



“Those guys both want the football, which is a good thing. . . Pacheco brings that energizer bunny mentality. . . you put that together with Kareem, it’s a great one-two punch, per se;” Nagy said, via Charles Goldman of A to Z Sports.


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<h2>Andy Reid happy with Hunt’s role in Kansas City</h2>



While many can’t wait to see what Pacheco and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> do together, the Chiefs head coach is not getting ahead of himself. With the former still returning from injury, Reid wants Hunt to continue getting significant workload.


 

 


“He’s doing well for just coming off the couch,” said Reid of Hunt. “I mean, he’s like second in the league, for the number of games he’s played, in carries and yards. He’s doing a heck of a job, and he wants more. He’s not asking to come out now. That’s not quite how he’s wired, but he’s doing well. He fell on his leg there – one of the guys fell on his leg and kind of tweaked it a little bit – but he’s fine.”


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Part of the same draft class as Patrick Mahomes in 2017, Hunt was cut by the Chiefs in his second NFL season after a controversial video of him assaulting a woman surfaced. After five years with the Cleveland Browns, he got a long-awaited second chance in Kansas City. And he’s making the most of it.

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An unfortunate series of injuries haven’t stopped <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> and the Kansas City Chiefs from winning their first eight games of the 2024 NFL season. With key weapons out, other players have stepped up to carry the offense. One of them is Kareem Hunt.



Five years after his controversial exit from the Chiefs, the 29-year-old is enjoying a triumphant return to Kansas City as the team’s primary running back during Isiah Pacheco’s absence. And while Hunt’s current form makes Mahomes extremely happy, the quarterback also warned the rest of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> that the Chiefs’ running game will get even scarier when Pacheco returns.



“I’m happy for him to bounce back and come back here and then have this great start to the middle of the season here,” Mahomes said of Hunt’s performance after the Chiefs’ 30-24 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on ‘Monday Night Football’ before issuing his strong warning. “Whenever we get Isiah (Pacheco) back, it’s going to be a tough tandem for guys to tackle.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt">Hunt</a> played a key role in the Chiefs’ eighth win of the 2024 NFL season with 27 carries for 106 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime. In addition, he caught a pass from Mahomes for 11 yards.


 

 


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241106_BUS_266973_Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-1024x576_05f3e2db.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts after a run against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the third quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 04, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri." class="wp-image-267028" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-reacts-after-a-run-against-the-Tampa-Bay-Buccaneers-during.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts after a run against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the third quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 04, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.</figcaption></figure>



“It’s been fun,” Mahomes said about his teammate, who spent five years in Cleveland before coming back to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City</a>. “It’s been fun to watch, man. I mean, he’s come in the building – since he’s been here – and he’s just got after it every single day. He works his tail off, he prepares himself for the moment and then whenever we get down there in like [the] fourth quarter and the end of games, he’s going to make those runs. Five to six yards, seven yards, whatever it is and he’s going to finish. When you play that hard the entire game, it wears on the defense. I think guys are proud of the way he’s playing and the way he’s gone about his business this year.”


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<h2>Andy Reid’s change of plans benefited Hunt, Mahomes</h2>



While Hunt ended up posting fantastic numbers on Monday, the truth is the night didnt’ start well for him. In the first half, he only gained 16 yards in seven carries. Chiefs head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a>‘s change of plans for the second half saw Hunt take off with 20 carries for 90 yards, including the overtime TD.



“I didn’t call enough runs in the first half,” Reid explained to reporters after the game. “I told the offensive line that I was going to bank on them, and we need to get this thing started and get a little bit more balance in there in our attack.”


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<h2>Mahomes shows complete trust in Hunt</h2>



Reid appeared to heap more praise on the Chiefs’ offensive line, but still gave Hunt his deserved flowers. At the end of the day, it is crystal clear that he’s quickly become a reliable weapon for Mahomes.



“He wants the football,” Mahomes said. “I think that’s the biggest thing, is as the game goes on it’s like he starts feeling it and he starts going. There are certain situations where I might have throws on the outside and I’m like, ‘Man, I’m going to give this guy the football and let him go,’ because when he’s running, even though [it’s] six-yard [or] five-yard carries, they take a toll on the defense.“

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After winning three Super Bowl titles in the last five years—including the last two in consecutive seasons—<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> and Patrick Mahomes want to write even more NFL history with the Kansas City Chiefs.



Their quest for an unprecedented three-peat is <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-patrick-mahomes-sends-clear-message-to-travis-kelce-chiefs-teammates-after-perfect-start">off to a perfect start</a>, with the Chiefs being the only undefeated team in the NFL through eight weeks. In addition, Reid has received promising news even in the midst of an injury crisis.



Kareem Hunt‘s return has given Kansas City not only a perfect replacement to Isiah Pacheco, but also more veteran presence in the locker room. On top of that, the seasoned running back has quickly become a leader on the field next to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a>.



“Yeah, you know, he was in that class with Patrick (Mahomes) and it’s almost like he kind of never left,” Reid said of Hunt, who was made a captain for the Week 8 win over division rivals Las Vegas Raiders. “That’s how I think the guys that have been here see that, and then the guys that haven’t been here have always heard about Kareem and the guys talking about him. He has that veteran leadership ability [and] runs tough. He’s been welcomed back as if he hadn’t left. That’s why we felt comfortable doing that.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241030_BUS_262739_Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-1024x576_62031e06.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs hands the football off to Kareem Hunt #29 during the NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chiefs defeated the Raiders 27-20." class="wp-image-262793" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Patrick-Mahomes-hands-the-football-off-to-Kareem-Hunt.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs hands the football off to Kareem Hunt #29 during the NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chiefs defeated the Raiders 27-20.</figcaption></figure>



Hunt is enoying a great start to his second stint with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a>, having spent five seasons with the Cleveland Browns after a controversial exit from Kansas City in November 2018. In four games (three starts) this season, Hunt boasts 84 carries for 308 yards with four touchdowns, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. Apart from helping Mahomes during Pacheco’s absence, Hunt is providing his experience to a young offense.


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<h2>Chiefs happy with Hunt’s return</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reid-patrick-mahomes-strongly-defend-the-kansas-city-chiefs-latest-move">Reid and Mahomes have strongly defended</a> the Chiefs’ decision to bring back Hunt this season, understanding that the time away from the team was useful for the player to learn from his mistakes and grow as a person. The coach also made it clear that he’s comfortable with the 29-year-old carrying the ball so much.



“I mentioned before that he came back in pretty good shape other than not having played football, and that’s held true to this point,” Reid said earlier in October. “He’s been able to do a good job in practice when he was on the scout team. Then, he worked through that [and] he was able to get in the game. We started him off relatively slow and then increased it and he was able to handle both of those things. I think – and we’ll just see how the game goes – but I feel comfortable with him carrying the ball.”


 

 

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Hunt was released by Kansas City in his second year in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> after a video of him assaulting a woman surfaced, with the running back admitting by then that he hadn’t been honest with the team about the situation.



But five years later, he got a second chance. Pacheco’s fractured fibula left the Chiefs without their starting running back only two weeks into the 2024 NFL season, paving the way for Hunt’s return as a free agent. And so far, so good.

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Kansas City Chiefs head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> faced early challenges in the 2024 NFL season with the loss of key players, including starting running back Isiah Pacheco. However, Kareem Hunt is already making the team forget about this injury in particular.



After making a strong return to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> in Week 4, the 29-year-old delivered an even better performance last time out. With 27 carries for 102 yards and a touchdown, Hunt played an instrumental role in Kansas City’s 26-13 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night.



Speaking to the media after the game, Hunt expressed his happiness but credited the success to Reid: “That was a great feeling to get back in the endzone. I missed it very much. That’s why I threw up a heart to show my love to Kansas City. I’m having a blast out there. It’s so much fun. I missed it so much. Coach Reid does a great job of putting us in great situations to be successful.”



It was Hunt’s first <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> game at Arrowhead in more than five years. After leaving the team through the back door in November 2018 as a video of him assaulting a woman surfaced, the running back played for the Cleveland Browns from 2019 to 2023. This year, Pacheco going down with a fractured fibula allowed Hunt to have a second chance in Kansas City.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241010_BUS_249696_Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576_01563772.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri." class="wp-image-248919" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.</figcaption></figure>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reid-patrick-mahomes-strongly-defend-the-kansas-city-chiefs-latest-move">Both Reid and Mahomes strongly defended the Chiefs’ decision</a> to bring back Hunt, who let everyone know he’s very optimistic about the future: “I feel like I’m going to be all right. We have some time before we get back, so that’s good for me right now. I just need to stay working out.”


 

 

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<h2>Andy Reid proud of Hunt, Chiefs players</h2>



Before <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reid-finally-makes-long-awaited-move-to-give-patrick-mahomes-chiefs-another-weapon">Reid made the long-awaited move</a> of promoting Hunt, the Chiefs’ only options at running back after Pacheco’s injury were Carson Steele and Samaje Perine. Therefore, Hunt’s strong performances have revitalized this group, which is also expected to count on Clyde Edwards-Helaire soon.



The Chiefs have also suffered key injuries in other positions, particulary at wide receiver, with Hollywood Brown and Rashee Rice on the sidelines. Therefore, the head coach is extremely proud about the way his boys have responded.


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“They don’t flinch on all that stuff,” Reid said. “They know it’s the next guy up, and he goes. I’m proud of them for that. There’s an attitude in the locker room, and it has to start with that group there. They just know they can trust that the next guy is going to come in and do a good job.”



<h2>Andy Reid believed Hunt deserved a second chance with Chiefs</h2>



Hunt’s return to the Chiefs gave plenty to talk about considering the way things ended between the player and the team many years ago. But Reid made it cleary from the very beginning that he was all-in about this reunion.


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“What we told him and [said] publicly [in 2018], we just thought he needed a change of scenery and to get some help, take care of business there. And we felt like he did that,” Reid said in September. “He did a nice job in Cleveland. We talked to the people there, and there were no issues there. So, we felt OK by bringing him back. He’s 29 years old now — time flies — but he’s 29 years old, looks like he’s grown up some. … I think people deserve a second chance if they’ve done something to work on the first part of it.”

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Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-kelce">Travis Kelce</a>‘s quest for an unprecedented three-peat is off to a great start. Not only are the Kansas City Chiefs unbeaten through five weeks of the 2024 NFL season, but the team is also benefiting from the promising return of Kareem Hunt and JuJu Smith-Schuster.



Both players, in fact, posted better numbers than Kelce in the Chiefs’ recent Monday night win over the Saints. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Reid</a> and Mahomes have nothing to worry about, as the veteran tight end is happy to see these familiar faces settle in so quickly.



“Well, both of these guys are familiar with the offense,” Kelce said on the latest episode of the ‘New Heights’ podcast with his brother Jason. “They’re familiar with the scheme. I think they’re familiar with the nucleus of the coaching staff and the players that we’ve got here.“



Hunt built on a strong performance in Week 4 with even better production in Week 5, recording 102 yards for a touchdown on 27 carries. Smith-Schuster, meanwhile, led the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> in the air with 130 yards on seven catches. As for Kelce, the tight end had one of his best games in the 2024 NFL season with nine receptions for 70 yards.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241009_BUS_248791_Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576_5759be03.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri." class="wp-image-248919" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-rushes-during-the-fourth-quarter-against-the-New-Orleans-S.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs rushes during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.</figcaption></figure>



“Honestly, it just felt like we got our guys back in the building. There was no, like, ‘Alright, let’s ease them into it.’ It was like, no, they’re ready to rock and roll right now. JuJu’s won a Super Bowl with us, Kareem’s had unbelievable success in this offense before. So I think when it comes down to what Coach Reid is going to call, everybody’s very familiar on how to have success with it,” Kelce added.


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<h2>Hunt, Smith-Schuster enjoy best game in years after Chiefs reunion</h2>



Both Hunt and Smith-Schuster reunited with Reid, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a>, and Kelce this year as the Chiefs were forced to make offensive additions. While the wideout was a free agency signing to complete the WR room, the running back rejoined Kansas City to fill the vacancy left by Isiah Pacheco’s injury in Week 2.


 

 


And it turns out that Monday’s game was their best performance in a very long time. Benjamin Solak of ESPN notes that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/juju-smith-schuster">Smith-Schuster</a>‘s 130 yards are his most in a game since a 2021 Wild Card game with the Steelers, which took place 1,366 days before the Chiefs’ win over New Orleans. In addition, Hunt’s 102 rushing yards were his most since a 2020 season game with the Browns 1,422 days ago.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a> got terrible news early in the 2024 NFL season with Isiah Pacheco‘s fractured fibula, an injury that left Patrick Mahomes without his primary running back on the Kansas City Chiefs. However, it looks like both the head coach and quarterback are satisifed with the response from Kareem Hunt and the rest of the RB room.



Hunt, who returned to Kansas City after five seasons with the Cleveland Browns, was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a>‘ go-to player in the running game in the Week 4 win over the Chargers in Los Angeles. Rookie fullback Carson Steele had assumed that role in the Chiefs’ first game without Pacheco in Week 3. But with Hunt active this time, the 29-year-old immediately received more workload.



“With playing Kareem more, I just kind of went with the hot hand,” Reid explained, though he clarified it had nothing to do with Steele fumbling the ball in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a>‘ first possession. “I’m not down on Carson. He had the fumble, he’ll figure that out. We’re lucky to have three good guys in there. (Samaje) Perine had a touchdown and had some nice runs for us, too. We’re in good shape there at that position.”



Hunt led the Chiefs in carries (14) and rushing yards (69) in LA, while he also made two catches for 16 yards. Apart from making a great impression on Reid, Hunt also drew praise from Mahomes, who echoed the coach’s sentiment on the Chiefs’ RB room.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241001_BUS_243290_Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel-1024x576_3c7f208a.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs the ball during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Inglewood, California." class="wp-image-243311" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Kareem-Hunt-29-of-the-Kansas-City-Chiefs-runs-the-ball-during-the-second-half-against-the-Los-Angel.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kareem Hunt #29 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs the ball during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Inglewood, California.</figcaption></figure>



“I thought he did a great job,” Mahomes said of Hunt. “For someone to come into an offense – I know it’s an offense he’d been in, but an offense he hadn’t played in years – to be able to run the football hard, get well-earned yards [and] catch the ball out of the backfield, it was good to see. I’m just glad (Brett) Veach is building a great running back room [and] that we can get guys to step up and make plays while Isiah’s not here.”


 

 

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<h2>Mahomes expects Hunt to play big role in Chiefs’ offense</h2>



Hunt and Mahomes were part of the same draft class in 2017, with both starting their NFL careers on the Chiefs. Many years later, they’re reunited in Kansas City, and the quarterback believes the running back could play an instrumental role in bringing more success to Arrowhead.



“He’s always been a guy who runs tough,” Mahomes said. “He’s hard to tackle, and you could see that. He’s going to make sure he finishes every single run and falls forward, and I think that was good to see. I think he’ll get more and more comfortable as the year goes on and he’ll [have] a role in our offense.”



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Andy Reid and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> have decided to give Kareem Hunt a big opportunity to revamp his career. The veteran running back could become a key factor for team as they try to win a third consecutive <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a>.



Just a few weeks ago, Isiah Pacheco went down with a fractured fibula in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. It was a second major hit on offense after Hollywood Brown also suffered a season ending injury.



Even in this scenario, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> has been spectacular posting a 3-0 record. Thanks to the arrival of Hunt, they could reach a totally different level. Bad news for the entire <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>.



<h2>Who is the starting running back for Chiefs?</h2>



Right now, Samaje Perine and Carson Steele are set to take the biggest load of snaps against the Los Angeles Chargers. However, Kareem Hunt has been elevated to the 53-man roster and wants to have an immediate impact.


 

 


“Yeah, I believe I’m very capable of still doing the job. I’m excited to go help shock the world and show them I’ve still got it. These guys know me. I just gotta go and be myself. I see a lot of talent around here. They’ve had a bunch of talent ever since I was here. I can’t wait to put on the red again and go out there with these guys and put it all on the line for them. I envision going out there, and whatever I’m asked to do, do it at the highest level and help find a way to keep this winning going on around here.”


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kansas City Chiefs</a> have worked diligently to build a top-tier roster in recent years. Now, the AFC West club has signed a new player to bolster <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Mahomes</a>’ support—someone the quarterback knows well.



The Chiefs have solidified their status as a dominant force, with Patrick Mahomes emerging as their standout star. To maintain their success, it’s essential for Mahomes to have a strong supporting cast. The team’s front office has been proactive in surrounding him with talent.



In recent seasons, they’ve added several key players to enhance their offense. The latest signing is a familiar face who, despite only spending two years with the Chiefs previously, made a significant impact alongside Mahomes.



<h2>Chiefs welcome back a top-tier running back for the 2024 season</h2>



The Kansas City Chiefs have started the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season in strong form, boasting a 2-0 record. As they continue their impressive performance, the AFC West club is once again regarded as a top contender for the upcoming Super Bowl, with a roster led by the talented Patrick Mahomes.


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Patrick Mahomes, who has already won three <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowls</a> with different teammates, recently faced a significant setback. The team lost a key offensive weapon when starting running back Isiah Pacheco fractured his fibula, which will sideline him for six to eight weeks.



In response to Pacheco’s injury, the Chiefs’ front office acted swiftly to fill the void. They have signed former player <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kareem-hunt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kareem Hunt</a> to their practice squad, as reported by NFL Media. Hunt, who played for Kansas City in 2017 and 2018, accumulated 2,984 all-purpose yards and 25 touchdowns during his first tenure with the team.



The Chiefs have a solid running back lineup with Carson Steele and Samaje Perine, but with Pacheco and backup running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire both injured, the team sought to add depth to the position. Hunt’s signing aims to bolster the backfield and provide additional support.



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By bringing Hunt back, the Chiefs are reinforcing their running game as they continue their quest for a successful season. This move is expected to help maintain their high level of play and support Mahomes in their Super Bowl pursuit.



<h2>Why did Kareem Hunt leave the Kansas City Chiefs?</h2>



Kareem Hunt left the Kansas City Chiefs primarily due to off-field issues. In 2018, Hunt was released after a video surfaced showing him involved in a physical altercation. The Chiefs made the decision to part ways with him to maintain team integrity and address the seriousness of the situation.


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Additionally, Hunt’s departure was influenced by the team’s need to move forward and focus on building a roster aligned with their values and goals. Despite his on-field talent, the Chiefs prioritized a stable and positive team environment.


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