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Jon Heath

Chiefs’ offense features a former Broncos running back

After being cut by the Denver Broncos this summer, veteran running back Samaje Perine quickly landed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Perine has dressed for eight games with the Chiefs this season. His contributions have been subtle, but not insignificant.

Perine has rushed 14 times for 55 yards and a touchdown while adding 13 receptions for 129 yards and another score. He has played 152 snaps on offense and 25 snaps on special teams for Kansas City.

The 29-year-old running back is now set to face his old team when the Chiefs host the Broncos on Sunday afternoon. Perine plays in a backfield that currently features Kareem Hunt with Perine, Clyde Edwards-Helaire and fullback Carson Steele mixed in (Isiah Pacheco is still on injured reserve).

Kansas City also has another former Denver player in wide receiver/returner Montrell Washington, but he is currently on the practice squad. Since joining the Chiefs last year, Washington has played seven snaps on offense and 42 snaps on special teams.

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV map). Playing at home, KC is considered a heavy favorite against the Broncos.

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