The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for another AFC West battle against the Denver Broncos this Sunday. On Friday, Samaje Perine spoke to reporters about playing last season for Denver and being released during the offseason.
“Um, it wasn’t bad. It was a learning curve, as far as Sean (Payton) runs a unique offense in the sense of a lot of words, so really have to lock in,” said Perine. “But you know, it was fun. It’s a great group of guys over there. I wish nothing but the best for them, at least until we play them. But other than that, nothing but the best.”
After being signed shortly before the start of the season, Perine has played an essential role for the Chiefs. He’s played more as a third-down running back in place of Clyde Edwards-Helaire and was released by Denver more for age reasons than skillset.
“It is what it is. People like young talent,” said Perine. “They like what they like, and that’s what it is.”
During his lone season in Denver, Perine played 17 games, finishing with 53 carries for 238 rushing yards, one rushing touchdown, and 50 receptions for 455 receiving yards. The veteran running back doesn’t view the Week 10 matchup as motivation as he treats it like any other game.
“Nah, a boost in motivation gets you messed up just because you blow your gasket before you even play,” said Perine. “So you got to keep it cool, calm, collected at all times.”
Perine has two touchdowns this season, including an endzone reception in last week’s victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
