Chiefs' Kareem Hunt Not Elevated for Falcons Game
Despite signing him to the practice squad, Kansas City will rely on Carson Steele and Samaje Perine at running back.
Overview
- Kareem Hunt, recently re-signed by the Chiefs, will not be activated for the game against the Falcons.
- Isiah Pacheco is out for six to eight weeks with a fractured fibula, prompting the Chiefs to sign Hunt for depth.
- Rookie Carson Steele and veteran Samaje Perine will take on expanded roles in the backfield.
- Steele will make his first professional start against a Falcons defense that has struggled against the run.
- Head coach Andy Reid indicated Hunt could be added to the active roster in Week 4 against the Chargers.