Chiefs bring back troubled star to help injured team

Daily Report September 17,2024

The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back a familiar face to bolster their running game. Former Pro Bowler Kareem Hunt is set to rejoin the team, signing with their practice squad. This move comes in the wake of an injury to starting running back Isiah Pacheco, who underwent shoulder surgery and is expected to miss some time.

Hunt, who was drafted by the Chiefs in 2017, had a stellar rookie season, leading the NFL in rushing yards. However, his time with the team came to an abrupt end in 2018 when he was released following the emergence of a video showing him shoving and kicking a woman.

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Since then, Hunt has played for the Cleveland Browns and briefly for the Baltimore Ravens earlier this season. Now, at 28 years old, he’s getting another opportunity with the team that drafted him.

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The Chiefs’ decision to bring Hunt back comes at a crucial time. With Pacheco sidelined, the team’s rushing attack has struggled, ranking 19th in the league. Hunt’s familiarity with the system and his proven ability could provide a much-needed boost to the offense.

While Hunt will start on the practice squad, it’s likely he’ll be elevated to the active roster soon. The Chiefs’ reunion with Hunt demonstrates their commitment to improving their ground game as they push for another playoff run.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Hunt to see if he can recapture the magic of his rookie year and help propel the Chiefs’ offense to new heights.