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Is Kareem Hunt playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs RB

#Chiefs RB Kareem Hunt is dealing with a knee injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kareem Hunt was listed on the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report for Week 11 ahead of the defending Super Bowl champions’ highly anticipated showdown with the Buffalo Bills.

Will Hunt be available for the matchup?

Kareem Hunt injury update

Hunt has been dealing with some minor setbacks and remained on Kansas City’s injury report this week due to his knee.

Fortunately, his knee injury did not affect his ability to practice this week. He was a full participant in all of the Chiefs’ drills.

How long will Kareem Hunt be out?

Hunt is expected to be Kansas City’s starting running back when the Chiefs face the Bills this week, barring some kind of unforeseen last-second setback.

Chiefs RB depth chart

With Hunt predicted to start in Buffalo today, behind him for support will be Samaje Perine, Carson Steele, and Clyde Edward-Helaire. One of these running backs may be inactive for Kansas City’s matchup against the Bills, but Hunt is not likely to need time off.

Chiefs GM Brett Veach believes Kansas City is a top destination for players

#Chiefs general manager Brett Veach believes Kansas City is a top destination for players | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs are pursuing the unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl title this year and have gotten off to a blazing start. The addition of several players throughout the year has raised the team’s profile and chances of accomplishing the feat, thanks mainly to the front office.

Chiefs general manager Brett Veach appeared on the Pat McAfee Show last week. He discussed the growing number of players around the league choosing Kansas City during the current run of success.

“Typically, when you get to different points of this season, whether that be in the offseason or at the trade deadline, I think we do hear a lot of, ‘If everything is equal, he would love to play in Kansas City.'” said Veach. “Listen, I think that playing for Coach Reid and playing with Pat Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Chris Jones would certainly be a destination for any player that had a chance to potentially move on and go somewhere else.”

The Chiefs added veteran players JuJu Smith-Schuster and Samaje Perine in free agency shortly before the season while trading for DeAndre Hopkins and Joshua Uche. Player injuries and juggling roster spots allowed Veach and his staff to make these additions. The front office has typically made splashes in the draft with homegrown talent but will try to recruit veterans who can financially fit in the budget.

Chiefs RB Samaje Perine reflects on being released by the Broncos: ‘It is what it is’

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Samaje Perine reflects on being released by the Denver #Broncos: ‘It is what it is’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for another AFC West battle against the Denver Broncos this Sunday. On Friday, Samaje Perine spoke to reporters about playing last season for Denver and being released during the offseason.

“Um, it wasn’t bad. It was a learning curve, as far as Sean (Payton) runs a unique offense in the sense of a lot of words, so really have to lock in,” said Perine. “But you know, it was fun. It’s a great group of guys over there. I wish nothing but the best for them, at least until we play them. But other than that, nothing but the best.”

After being signed shortly before the start of the season, Perine has played an essential role for the Chiefs. He’s played more as a third-down running back in place of Clyde Edwards-Helaire and was released by Denver more for age reasons than skillset.

“It is what it is. People like young talent,” said Perine. “They like what they like, and that’s what it is.”

During his lone season in Denver, Perine played 17 games, finishing with 53 carries for 238 rushing yards, one rushing touchdown, and 50 receptions for 455 receiving yards. The veteran running back doesn’t view the Week 10 matchup as motivation as he treats it like any other game.

“Nah, a boost in motivation gets you messed up just because you blow your gasket before you even play,” said Perine. “So you got to keep it cool, calm, collected at all times.”

Perine has two touchdowns this season, including an endzone reception in last week’s victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Chiefs’ offense features a former Broncos running back

For the first time since being cut by the Broncos this summer, Chiefs RB Samaje Perine will face his old team on Sunday.

After being cut by the Denver Broncos this summer, veteran running back Samaje Perine quickly landed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Perine has dressed for eight games with the Chiefs this season. His contributions have been subtle, but not insignificant.

Perine has rushed 14 times for 55 yards and a touchdown while adding 13 receptions for 129 yards and another score. He has played 152 snaps on offense and 25 snaps on special teams for Kansas City.

The 29-year-old running back is now set to face his old team when the Chiefs host the Broncos on Sunday afternoon. Perine plays in a backfield that currently features Kareem Hunt with Perine, Clyde Edwards-Helaire and fullback Carson Steele mixed in (Isiah Pacheco is still on injured reserve).

Kansas City also has another former Denver player in wide receiver/returner Montrell Washington, but he is currently on the practice squad. Since joining the Chiefs last year, Washington has played seven snaps on offense and 42 snaps on special teams.

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV map). Playing at home, KC is considered a heavy favorite against the Broncos.

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Chiefs vs. Buccaneers: WR DeAndre Hopkins scores go-ahead touchdown

#Chiefs WR DeAndre Hopkins scored a go-ahead touchdown that put Kansas City in a position to beat the #Buccaneers on “Monday Night Football.”

The Kansas City Chiefs entered Week 9 in search of their eighth-straight win to start the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on ‘Monday Night Football.’

After Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw the game-tying touchdown pass to running back Samaje Perine, Kansas City’s defense stepped up on the next possession to force Tampa Bay into a quick three-and-out.

Mahomes, who struggled to start the second half, was taken off the field after his touchdown pass to Perine when he aggravated an ankle injury he sustained against the Las Vegas Raiders last week.

However, the reigning Super Bowl MVP immediately re-joined the Chiefs’ offense to orchestrate a flawless drive that ended in a go-ahead touchdown pass to wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.

Take a look at this video of the game-changing play, which was posted by the Chiefs’ official Twitter account:

Stay tuned to see if Kansas City can close out the win to keep its perfect season intact.

Chiefs vs. Buccaneers: Patrick Mahomes, Samaje Perine connect for game-tying touchdown

#Chiefs RB Samaje Perine caught a touchdown pass from QB Patrick Mahomes against the #Buccaneers in Week 9 on “Monday Night Football.’

The Kansas City Chiefs are in the midst of a fierce back-and-forth battle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on “Monday Night Football.”

After taking an early lead, costly offensive mistakes saw the Chiefs go down 17-10 heading into the fourth quarter.

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes got off to a rough start to begin the second half, but the reigning Super Bowl MVP put together a near-perfect drive in the fourth quarter that ended with a touchdown pass to running back Samaje Perine.

Take a look at Mahomes’ scoring connection with Perine in this video, which was posted by the NFL’s official Twitter account:

 

Though Kansas City managed to tie the game, Mahomes had to be helped off the field after aggravating an ankle injury that he sustained in Week 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Stay tuned to see if the Chiefs can keep their perfect season alive by closing out this primetime matchup with a fourth-quarter comeback.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce explains the lateral in Week 5 vs. Saints: ‘It’s like fast-break basketball’

Kansas City #Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce explains the lateral in Week 5 vs. New Orleans #Saints: ‘It’s like fast-break basketball’ | @EdEastonJr

The unexpected highlight play by Travis Kelce in the Kansas City Chiefs Week 5 victory over the New Orleans Saints was impressive and careless, depending on various opinions.

During the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, Travis explained his viral and controversial lateral during last Monday’s game and compared it to basketball.

“I had no idea that he had a chip or anything on the backside. I was reversing (the) field. I felt guys over…and I was like, more yards going this way, but then I realized I couldn’t get more.” said Kelce. “There’s a guy in red over here. I just feel him…, it’s like fast-break basketball. You just running the lane.”

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vDp46b7Py58

Veteran running back Samaje Perine, who received the lateral, brought the Chiefs within a yard of the first down. He also earned plenty of respect in the locker room and with Kelce for his heads-up play.

“You can’t just throw it on me. It’s Samaje, unbelievable job by Perine to actually be ready because he was kind of, like, shuffling,” said Kelce as the veteran running back just went with the flow of the unexpected lateral to get positive yardage. “That’s a ball player right there.”

The Chiefs are off this week on a bye, giving fans more time to rewatch the play and enjoy an undefeated start to the season.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid comments on veteran running back’s performance vs. Saints: ‘Welcome to the crew’

Kansas City #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid comments on Samaje Perine’s performance vs. New Orleans #Saints: ‘Welcome to the crew’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media following the victory, focusing on the performance of veteran third-down running back Samaje Perine.

According to Reid, Perine received an incredible lateral from Travis Kelce to keep a drive alive that he didn’t expect or practice since joining the Chiefs before the start of the season. Kansas City’s head coach also pointed out a missed opportunity from the former Cincinnati Bengals standout.

“Yeah. Welcome to the crew there. He (Perine) had another one where I was told those guys keep running because when Pat (Patrick Mahomes) starts moving around, you got to stay on the run,” said Reid. “He got caught kind of pulling up thinking the play was over. And that’s pretty amazing with that ball. So, it’s a good lesson to learn. But then he came back and did a nice job on that play.”

On Monday night, Perine was utilized along with Kareem Hunt and Carson Steele and finished the game with one reception for 24 yards. He gets consistent snaps in the offense and is often viewed as another reliable receiver out of the backfield.

Andy Reid on Travis Kelce’s trick play vs. Saints: ‘We do it every day in practice’

Andy Reid said that the #Chiefs practice the trick play that Travis Kelce and Samaje Perine used against the #Saints in Week 5.

Tight end Travis Kelce got off to a slow start in his 2024 campaign, but made an early impact in the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints on “Monday Night Football.”

Kelce may have turned 35 this week, but the long-tenured pass-catcher still has plenty of tricks up his sleeve.

Facing a long 3rd and 22, quarterback Patrick Mahomes connected with the veteran tight end for a short gain, but as Kelce maneuvered through the open space in the middle of the field, he lateraled the ball to running back Samaje Perine, who was able to get Kansas City close to the first down marker.

Check out this video of Kelce’s highlight reel play, which was posted to Twitter by the NFL’s official account:

 

Heading into halftime, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid was asked about the play and seemed to confirm that Kelce and Perine had practiced the unorthodox lateral in practice.

 

Expect the All-Pro tight end to keep making spectacular plays as the Chiefs look to remain undefeated heading into their bye week.

Chiefs vs. Saints: Travis Kelce, Samaje Perine combine for exciting play

#Chiefs TE Travis Kelce and RB Samaje Perine combined on an exciting play that gained 20 yards against the #Saints on “Monday Night Football.”

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce had to resort to trickery against the New Orleans Saints in Week 5 to help the defending Super Bowl champions convert a long first down in the second quarter.

Backed up because of a failed trick play and penalty, Kansas City faced a 3rd and 22 on New Orleans’ 44-yard line.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes hit Kelce with an accurate pass over the middle, and when the star tight end saw veteran running back Samaje Perine open for a lateral, he pitched the ball to the former Cincinnati Bengal to get Kansas City close to the first down marker.

Check out this video of the exciting play, which was posted to Twitter by the NFL’s official account:

https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1843462196086616498

The Chiefs are set to receive the second-half kickoff, and will look to build on their early lead over the Saints during the third and fourth quarters on “Monday Night Football.”