Third-year running back Isiah Pacheco is an integral component of the Kansas City Chiefs’ ground game.
However, Pacheco was listed on the Chiefs’ injury report in the lead up to Kansas City’s matchup against the Houston Texans in the divisional round of the AFC playoffs.
Is Pacheco expected to take the field when the Chiefs face off against Houston?
Isiah Pacheco injury update
Pacheco has a rib injury that has not stopped him from playing. He was a full participant in all of Kansas City’s practices this week and is expected to play against the Texans on Saturday.
How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?
Pacheco is expected to be on the field when the Chiefs face off against Houston, and should not need to miss time due to his condition.
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Chiefs RB depth chart
Should Pacheco need to leave the field, veteran rushers Kareem Hunt and Samaje Perine would be expected to replace him in Kansas City’s backfield.