Kareem Hunt’s Week 6 Status: Will Chiefs Running Back Play Against Lions Today?

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Kareem Hunt’s Week 6 Status: Will Chiefs Running Back Play Against Lions Today?

Veteran running back Kareem Hunt is on the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report ahead of Week 6. The Chiefs are set to face the Detroit Lions in a high-stakes ‘Sunday Night Football’ game.

Kareem Hunt’s Week 6 Status: Will Chiefs Running Back Play Against the Lions Today?

Kareem Hunt is currently managing a calf injury. Despite this, Hunt has fully participated in all practice sessions for the week. His injury seems not to hinder his game participation on Sunday.

Practice Participation and Expectations

  • Hunt participated fully in practice throughout Week 6.
  • No anticipated game time missed due to the injury.
  • Expected to play against the Detroit Lions.

Impact on Chiefs’ Running Game

If Hunt unexpectedly misses the game, the Chiefs have backup plans. Elijah Mitchell and Brashard Smith are ready to step up and manage the ground game.

As of now, the expectation leans strongly towards Hunt being able to play, maintaining his routine presence on the field against the Lions.