In a surprising turn of events, the Kansas City Chiefs are preparing to welcome back their former running back, Kareem Hunt, for a visit on Thursday. This move comes as the team faces the unfortunate news of Isiah Pacheco heading to the Injured Reserve list due to a fractured fibula.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Hunt, who was originally drafted by the Chiefs in 2017, is set to make a return to Kansas City after being released by the team in November 2018 following a disturbing video that surfaced showing him pushing and kicking a woman. Despite this controversial incident, the Chiefs seem willing to give Hunt another chance.
After his departure from Kansas City, Hunt was picked up by the Cleveland Browns, but his time with the team was marred by off-field issues. In 2019, the NFL suspended him for eight games due to a violation of the league’s personal conduct policy in light of sexual assault allegations against him. Despite the setbacks, Hunt managed to continue his career with the Browns, though not without some drama.
The relationship between Hunt and the Browns has been strained, with Hunt even requesting a trade in 2022 that ultimately went unfulfilled. Despite the rocky road, Hunt signed a one-year contract with Cleveland last season after Nick Chubb’s injury. However, he has been a free agent since the end of the previous campaign, leaving his future uncertain.
The news of Pacheco’s injury and subsequent stint on the Injured Reserve list has left a significant void in the Chiefs’ offense. Pacheco, who had been a key player in the team’s Super Bowl-winning offense last year, had made a strong start to the season with 135 yards and one touchdown in just two games. His absence will undoubtedly be felt as the Chiefs look to maintain their success.
With Hunt’s visit to Kansas City looming, there is speculation about whether he could potentially fill the void left by Pacheco’s injury. While some may question the decision to bring back a player with a controversial past, the Chiefs seem eager to explore all options as they navigate this challenging situation. As the team prepares to face this new chapter, only time will tell how this story will unfold.
