The emergence of veteran running back Kareem Hunt since returning to the Kansas City Chiefs has provided another dynamic for the offense this season. The heavy workload focused on the run serves the team well while the team eagerly awaits their injured starter.
Hunt spoke to reporters on Wednesday before practice, expressing his desire to play alongside starting running back Isiah Pacheco soon.
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.” said Hunt. “I think it’s gonna be a heck of a one-two punch.”
The 29-year-old running back spent five seasons with the Cleveland Browns, working primarily alongside Nick Chubb. He is confident he can work well with Pacheco once he’s available to play.
“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.”
Pacheco returned to practice to continue his ramp-up process after being taken off the injured reserve. He has been out of action since fracturing his fibula in Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals.