There were moments not long ago when Kareem Hunt wondered whether he’d ever carry a football in an NFL game again. There were times when Matt Araiza

Hunt was listed on the Chiefs’ Wednesday injury report due to an issue with his quad. However, it was estimated that Hunt would have been a full participant in practice, had the team run drills on Wednesday, and he was removed from Kansas City’s injury reports for the rest of the week.

Chiefs' running back Kareem Hunt began the NFL season as a spectator but a call from his old team changed everything and he says he is grateful for his second chance.

In-season additions Kareem Hunt and DeAndre Hopkins feel fortunate to be brought in by the Chiefs to join the ride to Super Bowl LIX against the Eagles.

Kareem Hunt has had second chances before this season, so during the summer and into the start of the season, the veteran running back continued to work out as if some team would call with an opportunity.

The Chiefs provided both players with an opportunity to continue — if not fully restart — their professional careers.

In Week Two of the 2024 season, Chiefs starting halfback Isiah Pacheco went down with a fractured fibula. What seemed like a major blow to the team at the time then turned into a blessing in disguise.

Chiefs' running back Kareem Hunt began the NFL season as a spectator but a call from his old team changed everything and he says he is grateful for his second chance. Hunt started his career with Kansas City in 2017 when he ran for 1,

Through a combination of need and want, Kansas City provided both the running back and punter with an opportunity to continue – if not fully restart – their NFL careers.