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Is Isiah Pacheco playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs RB

#Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco was dealing with a leg injury. Here are the latest updates. 

Starting running back Isiah Pacheco was absent from the Kansas City Chiefs lineup from Weeks 3-12 while listed on injured reserve.

Is his condition still a concern ahead of the Chiefs tilt against the Houston Texans in Week 16?

Isiah Pacheco injury update

In Week 2 Pacheco fractured his leg while playing against the Cincinnati Bengals.

After taking the necessary time to heal, he returned to practicing with the team in November and made his comeback against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13.

How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?

He is not expected to miss any more time this season due to his leg injury from Week 2. Pacheco’s will be available in Week 16.

Chiefs RB depth chart

Kareem Hunt took over the starting running back spot in Pacheco’s absence. Now that Pacheco is active again, he and Hunt are sharing carries in Kansas City’s backfield alongside veteran Samaje Perine and rookie Carson Steele.

Chiefs star fined $45k ahead of Kansas City’s matchup vs. Browns

On Saturday, one #Chiefs star was fined $45,020 for unnecessary roughness ahead of Kansas City’s Week 15 matchup against the #Browns.

The Kansas City Chiefs have fought hard to maintain their 12-1 record heading into Week 15, but veteran running back Isiah Pacheco seems to have crossed a line with his effort in the team’s latest win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

On Saturday, NFL insider Tom Peliserro broke the news that Pacheco had been fined $45,020 due to unnecessary roughness on what seemed to be a relatively innocuous play in Week 14.

According to Pelissero, Pacheco lowered his helmet during a hard run, which caused the league to fine the star running back although a penalty wasn’t called on the play by officials when the incident occurred.

Pacheco may have a chance to appeal the harsh fine, though Pelissero’s report didn’t indicate what recourse Pacheco might have to make his case to league officials.

Stay tuned this afternoon to see if Pacheco makes any plays against the Cleveland Browns that might result in disciplinary action by the NFL.

Is Isiah Pacheco playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs RB

#Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is dealing with a leg injury. Here are the latest updates. 

The Kansas City Chiefs welcomed Isiah Pacheco back to the starting lineup in Week 13, and are set to have him on the field when they face the Cleveland Browns this afternoon.

Isiah Pacheco injury update

Pacheco suffered a fractured fibula in Week 2 of the regular season and spent much of Kansas City’s 2024 campaign on the Chiefs’ injured reserve list.

In his return to the field against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13, Pacheco rushed for 44 yards on seven attempts.

Pacheco followed up his strong performance against the Raiders with a strong showing against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 14, and doesn’t seem to be affected by the leg injury he sustained earlier this season.

How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?

Pacheco is no longer listed on Kansas City’s injury report and is considered to be fully healed. Expect him to get the ball early and often against Cleveland this afternoon.

Chiefs RB depth chart

Kareem Hunt, Carson Steele, and Samaje Perine should be available to back up Pacheco when the Chiefs face the Browns.

Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco fined for lowering his helmet vs. Chargers

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco fined for lowering his helmet vs. Los Angeles #Chargers | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs are AFC West champions for the ninth consecutive season after their thrilling victory in Week 14 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The exciting win came with another disciplinary ruling from the league, as the NFL has reportedly fined running back Isiah Pacheco.

According to a report from NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Pacheco was fined $45,020 for unnecessary roughness because he lowered his helmet and collided with Chargers defensive back Kristian Fulton on a rush during the second quarter.

The fine is unexpected because Pacheco wasn’t penalized during the game, so it went relatively unnoticed at the moment. The third-year running back is known for his rugged rushing style, often seeking out contact on plays to intimidate and wear down the defense. The infraction follows the fine laid on quarterback Patrick Mahomes for unsportsmanlike conduct in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills.

Pacheco finished the game with 14 carries for 55 yards, continuing to split time with Kareem Hunt since returning to the lineup after his ankle injury.

Top highlights from Chiefs’ Week 14 win vs. Chargers on ‘Sunday Night Football’

See all the top highlights from the Kansas City #Chiefs’ Week 14 win over the Los Angeles #Chargers on ‘Sunday Night Football’

The Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers took the national stage for an AFC West showdown on Sunday Night Football in Week 14. The action ended with another narrow 19-17 victory for the Chiefs, which clinched Kansas City its ninth-consecutive division title.

Both defenses kept the game a low-scoring affair but Los Angeles wasn’t able to keep Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco from rushing for a total of 55 yards on 14 carries in his return to action after a stint on injured reserve.

Kansas City’s kicker Matthew Wright nailed a game-winning field goal as time expired, which ultimately sealed the Chiefs’ victory.

Despite the lack of offense, Sunday’s game was packed full of exciting plays that kept fans entertained in primetime after an excellent slate of matchups on the Week 14 schedule.

Take a look at the top plays from this divisional battle between the top two teams in the AFC West:

Top Highlights

Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco made a strong impression in Week 13 return

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco made a strong impression in Week 13 return | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco made his much-anticipated return to the field in Week 13 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Considering the many weeks of rehabbing his ankle injury, he exceeded many expectations.

Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy spoke highly of Pacheco’s performance during his conversation with reporters on Thursday.

“I thought he (Isiah Pacheco) did a great job. It doesn’t surprise me,” said Nagy. “I was – for that seven seconds that he was running the football down the sideline, I was just – you think back to the moment when he got hurt and for that one play right there to have an explosive play. We haven’t had a whole lot of those explosive runs this year, so I think it was a 33-yard run (and) those are nice. It gets the guys going. We need to get more of those, no matter who it is, but he certainly brings that to the offense.”

Pacheco returned to the field after being placed on injured reserve earlier in the year and broke free in the third quarter for a 34-yard rush to move the Chiefs quickly downfield, marking the club’s longest rush of the season. He led Kansas City’s rushing attack against the Raiders with seven rushes for 44 yards.

Statistical Breakdown: How the Chargers and Chiefs stack up before Week 14 game

Here’s how the Chargers and Chiefs stack up statistically on offense and defense ahead of Sunday’s matchup.

The Chargers and Chiefs are set to square off this upcoming Sunday night.

Here’s how Los Angeles and Kansas City stack up statistically on both sides of the ball ahead of the Week 14 matchup:

Offense

Category Chargers Chiefs
Points per game 21.7 ppg (18th) 24.1 ppg (11th)
Passing offense 198.4 ypg (24th) 229.8 ypg (12th)
Rushing offense 112.9 ypg (18th) 111.8 ypg (19th)
Total offense 311.3 ypg (24th) 341.6 ypg (15th)
3rd down conversions 37.74% (18th) 51.83% (1st)
Red zone scoring 53.33% (21st) 52.08% (24th)
Sacks allowed 35 (23rd) 32 (20th)
Turnovers 6 (1st) 14 (14th)

Defense

Category Chargers Chiefs
Points allowed 15.7 ppg (1st) 19.6 ppg (8th)
Passing defense 206.4 ypg (10th) 224.1 ypg (23rd)
Rushing defense 119.4 ypg (14th) 87.3 ypg (3rd)
Total defense 325.8 ypg (14th) 311.9 ypg (8th)
3rd down conversions 33.33% (2nd) 39.46% (18th)
Red zone defense 42.86% (2nd) 51.28% (10th)
Sacks 36 (6th) 24 (27th)
Takeaways 17 (10th) 10 (27th)

Key things to know about Chargers’ Week 14 opponent: Chiefs

Here are some important things to know about the Chiefs ahead of the Week 14 matchup with the Chargers.

The Chargers are on the road to face the Chiefs under the lights on Sunday night, Dec. 8, at 5:20 p.m. PT.

To get you prepped for the Week 14 bout, here are a few key things to know about Los Angeles’ opponent ahead of the matchup.

How things are going…

The Chiefs have the best record in the AFC at 11-1, with their only loss coming against the Bills.

Close wins

When you see the Chiefs’ record, you would think they’ve dominated their opponents. However, it has been far from that. Kansas City has now won nine games by one score or less, with six coming down to the final drive.

Pat is not all that

The Chiefs are atop the AFC, but their success cannot be attributed to Patrick Mahomes’s play. This is statistically Mahomes’ worst season. He is completing 68.4% of his passes but has a career-low 4.4% touchdown rate and a career-worst 2.6% interception rate.

Key piece is back

When the Chargers played the Chiefs back in Week 4, they were without running back Isiah Pacheco, a vital piece of their offense. Pacheco was sidelined for two months with a leg injury and returned last week against the Raiders. He only ran the ball seven times but averaged 6.3 yards per carry.

Spag’s defense is still dominating

The Chiefs aren’t going to make it easy for the Chargers’ offense. Kansas City’s defense ranks No. 8 in scoring defense (19.6 allowed points per game). While they’re slightly susceptible against the pass, ranking 23rd, the Chiefs are a brick wall against the run. They’re only allowing 87.8 rushing yards per game, good for the third in the NFL.

Look out for…

Defensive tackle Chris Jones. The Chargers have had problems along the interior part of the offensive line, which Jones will look to exploit. Jones has 54 quarterback pressures and six sacks this season.

Fantasy football: Experts reveal key trend for Isiah Pacheco

See what the experts at Pro Football Network had to say about #Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco’s fantasy outlook for Week 14.

The Kansas City Chiefs were without star running back Isiah Pacheco for much of the regular season but got him back when they faced the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13.

Fantasy football managers were faced with a difficult decision when Pacheco was placed on Kansas City’s injured reserve list after Week 2, and now that he has returned to the field, some may be unsure if they should start him.

For those on the fence about getting Pacheco back in their lineups, the experts at Pro Football Network provided some key insight that may help convince managers to give the Rutgers product a chance in Week 14.

“Isiah Pacheco played 32.8% of the Chiefs snaps in his return to action, and while he had just eight touches in the win over the Raiders, he had a 34-yard run, something he only did twice last season.”

Though the Chiefs have found success with Kareem Hunt as their No. 1 option in the running game, Pacheco’s return could prove to be a boon for Kansas City’s offense as the defending Super Bowl champions make their push toward the playoffs.

Stay tuned to see if Pacheco gets more touches in the Chiefs’ Week 14 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco praises veteran’s leadership during injury recovery: ‘He’s been awesome’

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco praises Kareem Hunt’s leadership during injury recovery: ‘He’s been awesome’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs debuted the backfield tandem of Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt during Friday’s victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The rushers only had 14 carries between them, but each saw action on the day.

Pacheco returned to the field after being placed on injured reserve earlier in the season with a leg injury. During his postgame press conference, he shared his thoughts on Hunt’s leadership while out of the lineup.

“Yes, hats off to him (Kareem Hunt) stepping up; it’s been a tough run. He’s been awesome leading the room,” said Pacheco. “Everyone’s been following the leaders. Most importantly for me, just pinpoint 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.”

Pacheco led the team’s rushing attack in Week 13 with seven rushes for 44 yards to help propel the Chiefs to their 11th victory this season. He had an impressive 34-yard rush to quickly move the Chiefs downfield to the Raiders’ 14-yard line, marking the club’s longest rush.