Kareem Hunt is making his means again to Kansas Metropolis, and it is stirring up fairly a buzz. With beginning operating again Isiah Pacheco anticipated to be sidelined for a number of weeks as a consequence of a fractured fibula, the Chiefs have determined to signal Hunt to their observe squad.

This transfer comes almost six years after Hunt was launched by the workforce on November 30, 2018, following a controversial incident the place a videotape confirmed him pushing a lady to the bottom after which kicking her. Though authorities declined to pursue legal costs after the girl stopped cooperating, the fallout from that incident led to Hunt’s departure.

Now, the Chiefs are hoping that Hunt can step up and fill the void left by Pacheco. As a rookie in 2017, Hunt had a stellar season, profitable the speeding title with 1,327 yards and incomes a Professional Bowl nod. His early success made him a fan favourite, and his return might present much-needed depth to a backfield that presently consists of rookie fullback Carson Steele and operating again Samaje Perine, who simply joined the workforce three weeks in the past after being lower by the Denver Broncos.

The Chiefs are additionally managing the absence of veteran Clyde Edwards-Helaire, who’s on the non-football sickness checklist and will not be eligible to return till Week 5. With Pacheco anticipated to be out for a minimum of six weeks, the strain is on Hunt to contribute considerably.

“We’re not in search of the outdated Kareem Hunt who lit the league on fireplace,” a supply near the workforce stated. As an alternative, they’re looking for a dependable veteran presence who might help stabilize the operating sport throughout this essential stretch.

Hunt steps in amid harm disaster

Hunt’s time with the Cleveland Browns from 2019 via final season noticed him play in 64 video games, racking up 2,285 speeding yards and three,342 scrimmage yards. Whereas the Chiefs aren’t essentially anticipating him to duplicate these early profession numbers, they’re counting on his expertise and ability set to make a significant influence.

As NFL Community Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero famous, the Chiefs are optimistic that Hunt can present the assist they desperately want whereas Pacheco heals.

On this new chapter, Hunt has the prospect to redeem himself and show he can nonetheless be a invaluable asset to the workforce. The Chiefs are banking on his potential to bridge the hole and assist them navigate this difficult interval.